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Chicken sticks
Calories & nutrition facts
breaded, deep-fried in liquid fat
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 381 kcal —
- Protein 12 g 23%
- Carbohydrate 17 g 6%
- Fat 30 g 38%
- Saturated fat 6.2 g 31%
- Fibre 0.8 g 3%
- Sugars 0.9 g —
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Questions about Chicken sticks
Are chicken sticks ready to eat, or do you need to cook them?
Chicken sticks sold as savoury snacks are generally ready to eat, so you can serve them straight from the packet. If the packaging describes a product that needs cooking, follow its preparation instructions instead.
How should you store chicken sticks after opening the packet?
Seal the packet tightly or move the sticks to an airtight container, then keep them in a cool, dry cupboard. Moisture makes them lose their crunch.
What goes well with chicken sticks?
Serve them with a cool dip such as yoghurt and herb sauce, or with salsa for a sharper contrast. They also work alongside carrot and cucumber sticks for a snack platter.
Can you use chicken sticks instead of chicken nuggets?
Not usually in the same way: snack chicken sticks are typically ready-to-eat and crunchy, while chicken nuggets are a cooked chicken dish. For a hot meal or a recipe calling for nuggets, use nuggets rather than snack sticks.
How do chicken sticks compare with chicken nuggets nutritionally?
Chicken nuggets have less energy and fat per 100 g: 277 kcal and 17.1 g of fat, compared with 381 kcal and 30 g in chicken sticks. Nuggets also contain more protein, at 17.5 g versus 12 g per 100 g.
Can you pack chicken sticks for a lunchbox?
Yes, they make a convenient ready-to-eat snack. Pack them separately from moist foods, such as sliced fruit or vegetables, so they stay crisp.
Source: NEVO (Netherlands) 5183 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
