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Aidells Chorizo
Meat
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Aidells Chorizo

AIDELLS
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
16g
Protein
620mg
Sodium
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Aidells Chorizo Smoked Chicken Sausage is a refrigerated, ready-to-cook specialty sausage you’ll typically find in the packaged fresh sausage aisle near other premium links, pre-seasoned chicken sausages, and small-batch charcuterie — often adjacent to the deli case and flavored pork or turkey sausages. It reads like an old-world product on the label: coarse-ground chicken, smoky paprika, garlic and a splash of vinegar, double-smoked and hand-stuffed in natural pork casings. Shoppers pull it for Spanish-inspired weeknight meals (think paella or skillet rice), weekend brunches where bold flavors are wanted, or for grilling at backyard gatherings. The brand positions itself as artisanal, heritage-minded, and family-friendly: Aidells leans into handcrafted, small-batch imagery and “all-natural/minimally processed” language to attract adults who want convenient proteins with perceived authenticity. Label characteristics include health-halo cues — “gluten-free,” “no added nitrites except naturally occurring in celery powder,” and “no fillers or binders” — but it is not organic and carries no special kid-focused graphics. In plain terms, this is a processed meat product that has been cooked and smoked for flavor rather than a fresh whole cut. Sensory notes: expect a hearty snap from the natural casing, coarse-grain texture from ground chicken, a warm smoky-paprika aroma, and a savory, slightly garlicky finish with faint vinegar brightness. Packaged in a 12 oz vacuum-sealed shrink pack with a clear film and label, the ritual is straightforward: slice or sear the links, add to rice, stews, breakfast hashes, or a charcuterie board to introduce smoky, savory complexity without extra prep.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol90mg30%
Sodium620mg27%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein16g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Chicken,, spices,, cilantro,, contains, 2%, or, less, of:, cultured, celery, powder,, granulated, garlic,, paprika,, salt,, sea, salt,, sugar,, white, distilled, vinegar., Stuffed, in, a, natural, pork, casing..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed meat product made from whole muscle chicken with seasonings, salt, smoke and minimal additives (cultured celery powder, sugar, vinegar), so it fits NOVA category 3 for processed foods rather than ultra-processed industrial formulations.

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Common Questions about Aidells Chorizo

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! Aidells Chorizo packs a punch with 16 grams of protein per serving, which is great if you're looking to up your protein intake. However, it does have a fair amount of sodium, so if you're watching your salt, it’s something to consider.

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