KFC Twister – Original Ingredients and Allergen Info 2025
The KFC Twister is a satisfying wrap packed with crunchy chicken, crisp lettuce, and creamy dressing inside a soft tortilla. It’s a go-to pick for anyone who wants bold flavour in a quick, hand-held meal. Here’s a full look at what’s inside, along with allergens to keep in mind.
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What’s Inside the KFC Twister?
The Twister includes marinated chicken, crispy breading, fresh veggies, and a signature dressing all wrapped in a tortilla.
Chicken Fillets and Brine
The KFC Twister uses skinless chicken breast fillets, making up 85% of the meat content. These fillets are soaked in a brine mix that includes water and salt for seasoning.
Maltodextrin and sodium carbonate are added to support flavor and texture. Additionally, Xanthan gum (E415) and an anti-foaming agent (E572) help keep the chicken moist and tender.
Palmolein Frying Oil
Chicken is fried in palmolein oil that includes TBHQ (E319) for freshness and dimethyl polysiloxane (E900) to reduce foaming during cooking.
Breading Flour and Seasoning
The outer layer comes from a blend of cake wheat flour and Original Recipe seasoning. This mix contains monosodium glutamate (E621), black pepper, iodated salt, and sunflower seed oil to create KFC’s signature coating.
Milk & Egg Mix
A milk and egg mixture made with skimmed milk powder, whey (from cow’s milk), and hen’s egg albumen helps bind the breading and adds a rich texture.
Tortilla Wrap
The tortilla is made from wheat flour containing gluten and palm oil for softness. Sugar adds a hint of flavor, while stabilisers and emulsifiers improve texture. Preservatives like calcium propionate (E282) and potassium sorbate (E202) help extend shelf life. These ingredients ensure the wrap stays fresh and flexible.
Colonel Dressing
A creamy, slightly sweet sauce made from water, sunflower oil, sugar, maltose (contains sulphur dioxide), vinegar, and paprika. It also includes stabilisers and acidity regulators for balance and consistency.
Lettuce and Tomato
Shredded iceberg lettuce and fresh tomato slices bring a light crunch and freshness to balance the wrap’s richer flavours.
Allergen Information
Here are the main allergens found in the KFC Twister:
- Gluten & Wheat – present in the tortilla and breading flour
- Milk – found in the milk solids and whey
- Egg – present in the albumen
- Soya – may be present due to cross-contact and ingredients in seasonings or oils
- Sulphur Dioxide – present in the dressing
Cross-contamination may occur, so anyone with food allergies should ask in-store for the latest handling info before ordering.
Conclusion
The KFC Twister combines crunchy fillets, creamy sauce, and fresh toppings in a soft wrap. It’s a simple, flavour-packed option that hits the spot any time of day. Always check the latest allergen info, then go enjoy the wrap that keeps things bold and tasty.
