Premium Chicken Breast Chunk in Water

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Is Premium Chicken Breast Chunk in Water healthy?

Premium Chicken Breast Chunk in Water scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains high-quality chicken breast meat, which is a good source of lean protein.

How processed is Premium Chicken Breast Chunk in Water?

Premium Chicken Breast Chunk in Water is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Premium Chicken Breast Chunk in Water's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, chicken breast meat counts in its favor; modified corn starch, sodium phosphates are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Premium Chicken Breast Chunk in Water

Kroger
Bioengineered
65 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Kroger
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product contains high-quality chicken breast meat, which is a good source of lean protein. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the presence of sodium phosphates and modified corn starch, which are used as preservatives and thickeners. The level of processing and the inclusion of these additives limit its overall healthiness despite the beneficial protein content.

Key ingredients 5

chicken breast meat
Good

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

water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and does not affect the nutritional quality of the product.

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salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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modified corn starch
Bad

Modified corn starch is an ultra-processed additive that can be used as a thickener or filler, often considered less healthy.

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sodium phosphates
Bad

Sodium phosphates are added preservatives that may be associated with processed food concerns and excess sodium intake.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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