Common questions

Is Thin sliced chicken breast healthy?

Thin sliced chicken breast scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. The thin sliced chicken breast is a minimally processed product with a simple ingredient list, primarily consisting of chicken and a solution of water and kosher salt.

How processed is Thin sliced chicken breast?

Thin sliced chicken breast is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Thin sliced chicken breast's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Thin sliced chicken breast

Name: Thin sliced chicken breast
Brand: Kirkland

Kirkland

Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Costco

Category Meat and Seafood

Summary

The thin sliced chicken breast is a minimally processed product with a simple ingredient list, primarily consisting of chicken and a solution of water and kosher salt. The processing level is low, and there are no harmful additives or seed oils present. However, the inclusion of a saline solution slightly reduces its purity compared to completely unprocessed chicken.

Key ingredients 3

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts

Good

An excellent lean source of high-quality protein with essential amino acids and very little saturated fat.

Water

Neutral

Added to maintain moisture and freshness in the cut of meat.

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Kosher Salt

Neutral

Used for basic seasoning and flavor enhancement.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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