ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE

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Is ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE healthy?

ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This Italian Chicken Sausage is ultra-processed, which limits its potential health score despite having a relatively clean ingredient list.

How processed is ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE?

ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Chicken, Fennel, Black Pepper count in its favor; Sugar, Dextrose 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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ITALIAN CHICKEN SAUSAGE

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60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Publix
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This Italian Chicken Sausage is ultra-processed, which limits its potential health score despite having a relatively clean ingredient list. The presence of sugar as an additive is a concern, as it contributes to empty calorie intake without nutritional benefits. However, the product does contain chicken, a high-quality protein source, which is a positive aspect.

Key ingredients 9

Chicken
Good

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

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Fennel
Good

Part of Spices. Spices add flavor and contain antioxidants, contributing to a more enjoyable and potentially healthful product.

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Black Pepper
Good

Part of Spices. Spices add flavor and contain antioxidants, contributing to a more enjoyable and potentially healthful product.

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Paprika
Good

Paprika provides flavor and is rich in antioxidants, supporting overall health.

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Garlic powder
Good

Garlic powder adds flavor and has potential health benefits, including supporting immune health.

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Sodium lactate
Neutral

Sodium lactate is used as a preservative and flavor enhancer, with no significant health benefits or risks.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar is added for flavor but can contribute to excess calorie intake and negative health effects if consumed in excess.

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Dextrose
Bad

Dextrose is a form of sugar that can increase calorie content and impact blood sugar levels negatively.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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