Is Iceland Hot And Spicy Chicken Strips High In Syns? - Our Guide 

If you are after an easy high protein dinner, you might be tempted to stock up on some easy meals like Icelands hot and spicy chicken strips, but it’s a good idea to check how many syns this meal has beforehand. 

Iceland hot and spicy chicken strips have 12 syns for 100g, making them very high in syns taking up most of your daily syn allowance, we would suggest only eating these strips as an occasional treat when you don’t feel like cooking.

In our guide below, we will discuss why these chicken strips are so high in syns, some syn values of Icelands other chicken meals, a few low syn alternatives from other brands for a quick weeknight dinner and how to make your own!

Why Are Icelands Hot & Spicy Chicken Strips High In Syns? 

At 12 syns for 100g, Icelands hot and spicy chicken strips are very high in syns, leaving just 3 syns in your allowance left for the day. 

These chicken strips are high in syns due to their breaded coatings which add 10g of fat to the chicken, they are very high in protein too, however, having 17g of protein a serving. 

Syn Values Of Iceland’s Chicken Meals 

Iceland has a huge range of easy to make frozen chicken meals on offer for when you don’t have time to cook. We’ve listed a few below with their syn values to help you out.

• Iceland Southern Fried Chicken Breast Fillet Strips 600g - 11 syns. 
• Iceland Tandoori Chicken Skewers 360g - 5 syns. 
• Iceland Crispy Chicken Breast Fillet Strips 600g - 13 syns. 
• Iceland 32 Breaded Chicken Nuggets 448g - 1.5 syns. 
• Iceland Breaded Chicken Breast Fillet Strips 600g - 11 syns. 
• Iceland Ready Cooked Diced Chicken Breast 1kg - 6.5 syns. 
• Iceland Ready Cooked Sweet Chilli Chicken Breast Slices 100g - 6 syns. 
• Iceland Salt & Pepper Chicken Breast Fillet Strips 550g - 11 syns. 
• Iceland Southern Fried Chicken Popsters Popcorn Chicken 850g - 13.5 syns. 
• Iceland Chicken Breast Pakora Strips 600g - 11 syns.
• Iceland BBQ Chicken Breast Fillet Strips 600g - 13 syns. 
• Iceland TGI Fridays Boneless Chicken Wings 400g - 9 syns.

Low Syn Alternatives To Icelands Hot & Spicy Chicken Strips 

If you find Icelands hot and spicy chicken strips too high in syns, there are lots of other low syn breaded chicken pieces from other brands which are lower in syns, we’ve listed a few below to give you some more options. 

• Tesco Breaded Chicken Goujons 270g - 11 syns.
• Tesco 30 Breaded Chicken Nuggets 450g - 8 syns. 
• M&S 4 Crispy Breaded Chicken Breast Fillets 440g - 9 syns.
• Asda British Chicken Breaded Goujons 270g - 13 syns. 
• Aldi Ashfield Farm 4 Breaded Chicken Steaks 505g - 14.4 syns.
• Tesco 4 Breaded Chicken Steaks 380g - 11 syns.
• M&S Crispy Breaded Chicken Tenders 300g - 11 syns. 
• Co-op British Breaded Chicken Goujons 230g - 15.5 syns.
• Sainsbury's 2 British Fresh Breaded Chicken Breast Fillets 350g - 10 syns. 
• Asda 38 Breaded Chicken Nuggets 670g - 8 syns.
• Asda Breaded Chicken Mini Fillets 305g - 12 syns.

Our Best SW Breaded Chicken Strips Recipe

If you are a lover of breaded chicken but not a lover of the syns, you are in luck, because you can make your slimming world friendly chicken pieces at home for just half a healthy extra B and one syn each, making them great to have with some slimming world chips!

Ingredients 

• Pinch of paprika and garlic powder.
• Spoon of maple syrup. 
• Three slices of wholemeal bread. 
• 450g of chicken breast. 
• A teaspoon of mustard. 
• One egg. 
• Low cal cooking spray.

Method

1. Put the bread into a blender to make breadcrumbs then mix the egg, mustard and maple syrup in a dish. 
2. Next, in another bowl, combine the garlic, paprika, breadcrumbs and seasoning. 
3. Put the chicken breast cut up into the egg mixture then breadcrumbs and bake in the oven at gas mark 6 for 20 minutes. 

Last Words

Overall, Iceland hot and spicy chicken strips are very high in syns, at 12 syns for 100g consuming the majority of your daily syn allowance. 

To save syns we suggest serving a smaller portion size, choosing from our low syn alternatives above or choosing breadless chicken which is lower in syns

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.