Chicken Thighs Pesto

Common questions

Is Chicken Thighs Pesto healthy?

Chicken Thighs Pesto scores 65/100 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 chicken, olive oil, and parmesan cheese, which provide high-quality protein and healthy fats.

How processed is Chicken Thighs Pesto?

Chicken Thighs Pesto is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Chicken Thighs Pesto's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Chicken, Parmesan and Romano Cheese (from cow's milk, part skim milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), Dehydrated garlic 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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Chicken Thighs Pesto

Texas Meat Company
65 Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients such as chicken, olive oil, and parmesan cheese, which provide high-quality protein and healthy fats. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the presence of additives like natural flavors and sugar, which detract from its overall healthiness. The processing level and inclusion of refined ingredients limit its score despite the presence of some nutritious components.

Key ingredients 8

Olive oil
Very Good

Olive oil is a healthy fat rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, beneficial for heart health.

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Olive Oil Blend
Very Good

Contains: less than 2% sodium acetate, potassium chloride. This blend provides flavor and preserves freshness with minimal additives, supporting overall product quality.

Chicken
Good

Chicken is a high-quality source of lean protein, essential for muscle growth and overall health.

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Parmesan and Romano Cheese (from cow's milk, part skim milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes)
Good

This cheese provides calcium and flavor, contributing to bone health and taste without excessive fat.

Dehydrated garlic
Good

Garlic adds natural flavor and contains compounds that support immune health.

Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient that helps maintain moisture and consistency in the product.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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