Ingredient

Breader

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Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use breader to create a desirable crunchy coating on products like chicken nuggets, …

What it is

Breader is a coating applied to foods, typically fried or baked items, to give them a crispy texture. It is usually made from breadcrumbs, flour, and seasonings. The breadcrumbs are often made from dried, ground bread.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use breader to create a desirable crunchy coating on products like chicken nuggets, fish sticks, and fried vegetables. It helps to lock in moisture during cooking and adds flavor and visual appeal. Breader is commonly found in frozen convenience foods, processed meats, and baked goods.

Health notes

Breader itself is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is primarily composed of carbohydrates and does not typically raise health concerns at the levels found in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many of the individual components of breader, such as flour and spices, and have established safety guidelines for their use.

Allergen info

Breader may contain wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Depending on the specific ingredients, it may also contain other allergens like soy or dairy. Gluten is present if wheat is used.

Products containing Breader

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CARLA'S PASTA Stromboli Crispy Bites Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 331kcal 10.3Protein 20Fat 26.2Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Chicken Pasta Marinara, 6.5 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 158kcal 6.5Protein 7.6Fat 16.3Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Country Fried Pork Chop And Gravy, 15 OZ Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 58% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 113kcal 4Protein 4.7Fat 13.4Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Country Fried Chicken And Gravy, 16 OZ Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 65% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 26% DV per serving 123kcal 4.2Protein 5.3Fat 14.5Carbs Conagra Brands BERTOLLI Italian Sausage And Meatball Rigatoni, 10.9 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 53% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 142kcal 6.8Protein 6.5Fat 14.6Carbs Conagra Brands KID CUISINE Chicken Sandwich Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 201kcal 6.4Protein 8.3Fat 25Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Salisbury Steak Dinner, 12.5 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 60% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 130kcal 10.2Protein 8.2Fat 8.5Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Meatloaf Dinner, 12.5 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 65% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 107kcal 5.9Protein 5.9Fat 7.6Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Basic Cheesy Patty Meal, 6.15 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 161kcal 6.9Protein 9.2Fat 13.2Carbs Conagra Brands Banquet Mega Meals Salisbury Steak Frozen Dinner, 15.25 Ounce, 15.25 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 97% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 46% DV per serving 148kcal 6.5Protein 9.7Fat 9.0Carbs BANQUET Whole Grain Chicken Breast Strips, 24 OZ Conagra Brands BANQUET Whole Grain Chicken Breast Strips, 24 OZ Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 212kcal 15.3Protein 10.6Fat 15.3Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Original Chicken Fries, 23.2 OZ Prepared/Preserved Foods Variety Packs 250kcal 15Protein 15Fat 15Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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