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Chicken Broth

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Is Chicken Broth healthy?

Chicken Broth scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This chicken broth contains several beneficial ingredients such as organic chicken stock, vegetable juice concentrates, and turmeric, which contribute to its nutritional profile.

How processed is Chicken Broth?

Chicken Broth is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Chicken Broth's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sea Salt, Carrot, Celery count in its favor; Sugar, Yeast Extract 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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Chicken Broth

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75 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Kroger
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This chicken broth contains several beneficial ingredients such as organic chicken stock, vegetable juice concentrates, and turmeric, which contribute to its nutritional profile. However, the presence of added sugar and natural flavors, along with its processed nature, slightly detracts from its overall healthiness. The broth's processing level limits its maximum potential score, despite the inclusion of organic and natural components.

Key ingredients 10

Sea Salt
Good

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

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Carrot
Good

Part of Vegetable Juice Concentrates. Vegetable concentrates add natural flavor and nutrients, boosting the broth's nutritional profile.

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Celery
Good

Part of Vegetable Juice Concentrates. Vegetable concentrates add natural flavor and nutrients, boosting the broth's nutritional profile.

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Onion
Good

Part of Vegetable Juice Concentrates. Vegetable concentrates add natural flavor and nutrients, boosting the broth's nutritional profile.

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Dehydrated Onion
Good

Dehydrated onion provides flavor and antioxidants, enriching the broth naturally.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a fundamental base for the broth, providing hydration without added calories or harmful substances.

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Chicken Broth
Neutral

Chicken broth adds flavor and nutrients, serving as a savory foundation without negative impact.

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Chicken Fat
Neutral

Chicken fat provides richness and flavor, contributing to the broth's savory profile.

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Sugar
Bad

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

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Yeast Extract
Bad

Concentrated glutamate source — MSG-adjacent flavor enhancer.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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