Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage

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Is Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage healthy?

Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This Italian Chicken Sausage is made with high-quality ingredients such as chicken, bell peppers, and spices, which contribute to its nutritional value.

How processed is Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage?

Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Chicken, Red Bell Pepper, Green Bell Pepper count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage

Simple Truth
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 7
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Kroger
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This Italian Chicken Sausage is made with high-quality ingredients such as chicken, bell peppers, and spices, which contribute to its nutritional value. The product is processed, but it avoids harmful additives and seed oils, maintaining a clean ingredient list. The presence of beneficial ingredients like garlic powder and crushed red pepper further enhances its health profile, although the processing level limits its maximum score.

Key ingredients 8

Chicken
Good

Chicken is a high-quality source of lean protein, supporting muscle health and overall nutrition.

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Red Bell Pepper
Good

Red bell peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, contributing to immune support and overall health.

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Green Bell Pepper
Good

Green bell peppers provide dietary fiber and vitamin C, aiding digestion and immune function.

Caramelized Onions
Good

Caramelized onions add flavor and contain antioxidants that may support heart health.

Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Garlic Powder
Good

Garlic powder is known for its potential immune-boosting properties and flavor enhancement.

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Crushed Red Pepper
Good

Crushed red pepper adds a spicy kick and may help boost metabolism and circulation.

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Kosher Salt
Neutral

Kosher salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation to maintain healthy blood pressure.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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