Can I Have Chipolata Sausages On Slimming World? How Many Syns Do They Have?

Chipolata sausages are a great staple to have in the fridge for a quick meal, whether you add them to pasta for a quick dinner or an omelette for a high protein brekky, but how many syns do these sausages have on the SW plan?

Chipolata sausages have on average between 1.5-7 syns per chipolata depending on the meat they are made from and any other added ingredients. Chicken chipolatas tend to be the lowest in syns on the plan. 

Down below, we've put together an unofficial slimming world syn guide which will take you through why chipolatas tend to be low in syns, some syn values and alternatives.

Why Are Chipolatas Low In Syns?

At just 1.5-7 syns per chipolata, these smaller sausages tend to be often lower in syns than traditional sausages. Chipolatas get their lower syn values due to their small and thin size which means fewer calories.

For example, Aldi pork chipolatas have around 7 syns each, making them higher in syns than chicken chipolatas due to their higher fat content from the meat.

How Many Syns Do Chicken Chipolatas Have?

Pork chipolatas are always much higher in syns than chicken options due to them having a higher fat content.

On average chicken chipolatas will have around 1-3 syns, making them very SW-friendly sausage options to add to meals.

For example, Heck chicken Italia chipolatas have 1.5 syns each, meaning you can have up to 10 sausages before using all your 15 daily syns.

Syn Values Of Chipolatas

Chipolatas have a wide range of syn values according to the type and brand you choose, so as you can compare syns, we've listed some below.

Pork Chipolatas

• Asda Extra Special 12 Classic Pork Chipolata Sausages 375g - 7 syns for two.
•  Tesco Finest 12 Pork Chipolatas 375g - 7.5 syns for two.
•  Aldi Specially Selected 12 Pork Chipolata Sausages 375g - 7.5 syns for two.
•  Morrisons The Best 12 Pork Chipolatas 375g - 3.5 syns.
•  Sainsbury's Taste the Difference 12 Pork Chipolata Sausages 375g - 6.5 syns.
•  Aldi Ashfield Pork Butcher's Select 12 Pork Chipolatas 340g - 3 syns.
•  Co-op Irresistible 10 Pork Chipolatas 340g - 7 syns.
•  Asda Extra Special 12 Cumberland Pork Chipolata Sausages 375g - 7.5 syns.
•  Lidl Deluxe 12 Outdoor Bred Chipolata Pork Sausages 375g - 3.5 syns.
•  Tesco Finest 12 Pork and Honey Chipolatas 375g - 8 syns for two.
•  Sainsbury's Butcher's Choice British Fresh 12 Pork Chipolatas 340g - 2.5 syns per one.
•  The Jolly Hog Little Porker Chipolata Sausages 12 x 340g - 3.5 syns.
•  Sainsbury's Taste the Difference 12 Smooth Pork Chipolata Sausages 375g - 5.5 syns.

Chicken Chipolatas

• Heck 10 Chicken Italia Chipolatas 340g - 3 syns for two.
•  Heck 10 Simply Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 4 syns.
•  Aldi Ashfield Farm 10 Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 2.5 syns per one.
•  Aldi Ashfields Butchers Select Italian Style Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 4.5 syns.
•  Aldi Ashfield Farm 10 Italian Style Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 2.5 syns.
•  Lidl Birchwood 10 Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 2.5 syns.
•  Heck 10 Spring Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 3 syns.
•  Heck 10 Paprika Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 3.5 syns.
•  Sainsbury's Taste the Difference 12 Chicken Chipolata Sausages 340g - 4 syns.
•  Tesco Meat & Veg 10 Italian Style Chicken Chipolatas 340g - 4.5 syns.
•  Heck 10 60 / 40 Chicken, Minted Pea & Spinach Chipolatas 340g - 4 syns.
•  Asda Butcher's Selection 10 British Chicken Chipolata Sausages 340g - 5 syns.
•  Aldi Ashfield Farm 10 Chicken & Black Pepper Chipolatas 340g - 2.5 syns.

Low Syn Alternatives To Chipolatas

If you find chipolatas to be too high in syns, there are lots of other alternatives which you can fit into your slimming world syn allowance, we've got some options for you to check out below.

• Tesco 8 Reduce Fat Pork Sausages 454G - 8 syns for two.
•  Powters Skinny Pig Gluten Free Low Fat Sausages x6 400g - 5 syns for one.
•  Sainsbury's Be Good to Yourself Pork Sausages - 3 syns.
•  Tesco Finest 6 Reduced Fat Sausages 400G - 13 syns for two sausages.
•  Mattessons Smoked Pork Sausages Reduced Fat 160G - 6.5 syns.
•  Heck Naked Pork Sausages - 4 syns.
•  Tesco Reduced Fat Sausage Cumberland Style 454G - 11 syns for two.
•  Heck Reduced Fat Pork Sausages x6 400g - 10.5 syns for two.
•  Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Pork Sausages - 4 syns per one.

Last Words

To conclude, Chipolatas can be very low in syns thanks to their small and thin size, with chicken chipolatas being much more syn-friendly than pork chipolatas. On average they can be anything from 1.5 syns to 7.

We recommend choosing chipolatas instead of sausages when dieting with the slimming world or checking out reduced-fat sausages which also tend to be syn-friendly, we have a syn list for reduced-fat sausages here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are syn values calculated?

Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.

Do syn values change?

Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.

How many syns should I have per day?

Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.