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Ingredients
Indomie Special Chicken Flavour Instant Noodles
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Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 2390512, data date 2022-12-22, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-16. Check the package for the current label.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (75 g, 1 pack) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 453 kcal | 340 kcal |
| Total fat | 17.3 g | 13 g |
| Saturated fat | 8 g | 6 g |
| Sodium | 1533 mg | 1150 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 62.7 g | 47 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2.7 g | 2 g |
| Total sugars | Unknown | Unknown |
| Added sugars | Unknown | Unknown |
| Sugar alcohols | Unknown | Unknown |
| Protein | 10.7 g | 8 g |
| Net carbs (carbs − fiber) | 60 g | 45 g |
Our research notes
What to know before you choose this noodles & ramen
The recorded ingredient label lists 18 ingredients, led by noodles: wheat flour, refined palm oil and salt. Worth noting: it lists added sweeteners (sugar), MSG and artificial preservatives. For this noodles & ramen, the comparison that matters most is plain noodles or meal: compare the noodle and any sauce or seasoning components together.
- Worth checkingLong ingredient list: 18 ingredients, so read the full statement.
- Worth checkingLists MSG (monosodium glutamate).
- Worth checkingLists artificial preservatives (contains tbhq).
- Worth checkingLists added sweeteners: sugar (first appears at position 12 of 18).
- Good to knowContains thickeners or stabilizers: guar.
- Good to knowOil named on the label: refined palm oil.
- Good to knowIngredient and allergen statements mention wheat. Always confirm the full allergen statement on the package.
You may prefer another option if…
- You avoid MSG: the recorded label lists monosodium glutamate.
- You avoid artificial preservatives: the recorded label lists contains tbhq.
- You are limiting added sugars: it lists sugar.
- You prefer to avoid thickeners and gums: it lists guar.
Compare this against other noodles & ramen
- Plain noodles or meal. Compare the noodle and any sauce or seasoning components together.
- Noodle base. Read the flour blend, including wheat in some soba noodles.
- Whole-container sodium. Check servings per bowl and the amount you plan to eat.
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References
- Indomie Special Chicken Flavour Instant Noodles: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 2390512) USDA FoodData Central
- Gluten-free labeling of foods U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- How much sodium should I eat per day? American Heart Association
- Sodium in your diet U.S. Food and Drug Administration
These notes summarize the linked ingredient record and public references. Records may come from manufacturer pages or USDA FoodData Central brand-submitted labels. They are not medical advice or a nutrition, allergy or safety rating, and the maker’s claims are not independently verified here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Indomie Special Chicken Flavour Instant Noodles contain seed oils?
No listed matches for seed oils were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
Does Indomie Special Chicken Flavour Instant Noodles contain artificial dyes or MSG?
The recorded ingredient statement lists artificial dyes or MSG. Review the full statement for the exact ingredients.
What is the verification standard for this product?
The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-16. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.
What are the ingredients in Indomie Special Chicken Flavour Instant Noodles?
The recorded ingredient statement reads: NOODLES: WHEAT FLOUR (70%), REFINED PALM OIL (CONTAINS TBHQ), SALT, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM CARBONATE, SODIUM CARBONATE, GUAR GUM, RIBOFLAVIN. SEASONING POWDER: SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DISODIUM INOSINATE, SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, PEPPER, CELERY POWDER, GARLIC, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR. SEASONING OIL: REFINED PALM OIL (CONTAINS TBHQ), ONION. CHILI POWDER.
Is Indomie Special Chicken Flavour Instant Noodles healthy?
Its recorded label lists MSG and artificial preservatives (2 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 55 out of 100. That is a label check, not a nutrition rating: sugar, sodium, calories and portion size are separate questions.
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