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Greggs Launches Chicken Roll Nationwide as Pork-Free Alternative

Early tastings say it eats cleaner than the pork original with a small calorie edge.

Overview

  • Greggs' Chicken Roll, which launched nationwide on Thursday, April 9, rounds out a trio with the classic sausage roll and the vegan roll.
  • The roll uses seasoned minced chicken in puff pastry and typically costs £1.35, matching the pork version.
  • Official figures list 305 kcal for the Chicken Roll versus 348 kcal for pork with 3g less fat and 2g less saturated fat.
  • Reviewers found it easier to eat and less greasy with a mild smoky taste that feels familiar.
  • Straight parallel cuts on the pastry mark the chicken version, and shoppers can check availability or order pickup in the Greggs app.