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Healthy Choice Protein Bowls Pesto Chicken Pasta

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Common questions

Is Healthy Choice Protein Bowls Pesto Chicken Pasta healthy?

Healthy Choice Protein Bowls Pesto Chicken Pasta scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial ingredients such as durum wheat semolina, pulled chicken, cherry tomatoes, and dark leafy greens, which contribute to its nutritional value.

How processed is Healthy Choice Protein Bowls Pesto Chicken Pasta?

Healthy Choice Protein Bowls Pesto Chicken Pasta is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Healthy Choice Protein Bowls Pesto Chicken Pasta's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin count in its favor; Cooked Pasta, Enriched Wheat Flour, Ferrous Sulfate 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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Healthy Choice Protein Bowls Pesto Chicken Pasta

Healthy Choice
78 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Conagra Brands
Category Pasta
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients such as durum wheat semolina, pulled chicken, cherry tomatoes, and dark leafy greens, which contribute to its nutritional value. However, it is a processed food with enriched wheat flour and a moderate level of processing, which limits its score. The absence of harmful additives and the inclusion of nutrient-dense components help maintain a relatively high rating within its category.

Key ingredients 8

Niacin
Good

Niacin is a B-vitamin that supports energy metabolism and overall cellular health, contributing positively to nutrition.

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Thiamine Mononitrate
Good

Thiamine mononitrate is a form of vitamin B1 that supports energy production and nervous system health.

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Riboflavin
Good

Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is essential for energy metabolism and helps maintain healthy skin and eyes.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient essential for hydration and cooking, with no direct impact on nutrition or health.

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Durum Wheat Semolina
Neutral

Durum wheat semolina is a traditional pasta ingredient that provides some nutritional value and is less processed than refined flour.

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Cooked Pasta
Bad

Cooked pasta is highly processed and often made from refined flour, which offers limited nutritional value and can contribute to blood sugar spikes.

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Enriched Wheat Flour
Bad

Enriched wheat flour is refined and stripped of many nutrients, often fortified artificially, which reduces its overall health benefits.

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Ferrous Sulfate
Bad

Ferrous sulfate is an inorganic iron supplement added to fortify foods, but it can cause gastrointestinal discomfort and is considered a synthetic additive.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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