Applegate Naturals CHICKEN & MAPLE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE

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Common questions

Is Applegate Naturals CHICKEN & MAPLE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE healthy?

Applegate Naturals CHICKEN & MAPLE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This chicken and maple breakfast sausage is ultra-processed, which limits its health score despite containing chicken as a high-quality protein source.

How processed is Applegate Naturals CHICKEN & MAPLE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE?

Applegate Naturals CHICKEN & MAPLE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Applegate Naturals CHICKEN & MAPLE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Chicken, Maple syrup, Spices count in its favor; Cane sugar, Brown sugar molasses 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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Applegate Naturals CHICKEN & MAPLE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE

Applegate Naturals
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

$5.99 · 7 oz · $13.69 / lb
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Hormel Foods
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This chicken and maple breakfast sausage is ultra-processed, which limits its health score despite containing chicken as a high-quality protein source. The presence of refined cane sugar and natural maple flavor contributes to its processing level, and the added sugars can impact health negatively if consumed in excess. While it lacks harmful additives like artificial dyes or seed oils, the processing level and sugar content are significant factors in its rating.

Key ingredients 8

Chicken
Good

Chicken is a good source of high-quality protein, which supports muscle health and overall nutrition.

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Maple syrup
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and is a neutral ingredient with no significant health impact.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt enhances flavor and is necessary in small amounts, but excessive intake can impact health.

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Natural maple flavor
Neutral

Natural maple flavor enhances the product's taste, but does not significantly affect nutritional value.

Cane sugar
Bad

Cane sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and blood sugar spikes if consumed in large amounts.

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Brown sugar molasses
Bad

Brown sugar molasses adds sweetness and depth of flavor but is high in sugars and calories, which can be a concern if overconsumed.

Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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