Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast

Common questions

Is Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast healthy?

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists primarily of boneless skinless chicken breast, which is a high-quality source of lean protein.

How processed is Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast?

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast's score?

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

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Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast

Publix
75 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Publix
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product consists primarily of boneless skinless chicken breast, which is a high-quality source of lean protein. However, it includes natural flavoring, which is a vague term that can encompass a wide range of substances and lacks transparency. The presence of this ingredient, along with the processing level, limits the score despite the nutritional benefits of the chicken.

Key ingredients 5

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
Good

This ingredient is a lean source of high-quality protein, supporting muscle health and overall nutrition.

portion with Rib Meat
Good

Contains additional protein and flavor, enhancing the nutritional value of the product.

Chicken Broth
Neutral

Adds moisture and flavor without significantly impacting the nutritional profile.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Natural Flavoring
Neutral

Provides subtle flavor enhancements without artificial additives.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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