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Al Fresco Jalapeno Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage
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Al Fresco Jalapeno Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage

Al Fresco
11 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
13g
Protein
1g
Sugars
440mg
Sodium
33
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Al Fresco Jalapeno Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage is an 11-ounce refrigerated sausage that you would spot in the fresh prepared meats aisle, tucked beside other fresh sausages, breakfast links, and alternative chicken or turkey links rather than in the frozen section. The peelable plastic pack or vacuum-sealed sleeve typically sits near deli items and meal-ready proteins, close to marinades, buns, and prepackaged vegetables for easy meal pairing. This product reads as a grab-and-go option for casual weeknight dinners, backyard cookouts, game-day spreads, or a protein boost for brunch. Al Fresco positions itself as a lighter, cleaner-eating alternative to traditional pork sausages, targeting health-minded shoppers and families who want flavor without the perceived heaviness of red meat; its marketing leans on simple ingredient styling and bright, approachable packaging. Labels often feature a clean design and may display wording that implies naturalness, but there is no organic certification listed on the ingredient panel. In plain processing terms it is a fully cooked, ready-to-heat processed sausage made with chicken, spices, small amounts of sugar and citric acid, and either alginate or natural casings. Sensory notes include a tender, slightly springy bite from the casing, a mellow chicken base, smoky-sweet roasted red pepper, and a green heat from jalapeno; texturally it is smoother than coarse-ground pork sausage and slices neatly for sandwiches, breakfast plates, or skewers. Rituals around this item include quick pan-searing for breakfast with eggs, slicing into pasta or grain bowls, or grilling for tailgate-style platters where convenience and spicy flavor are desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol60mg20%
Sodium440mg19%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein13g
* 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,, Roasted, Red, Peppers,, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Dried, Jalapeno, Peppers,, Sea, Salt,, Sugar,, Onion, Powder,, Garlic, Powder,, Natural, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Made, with, Calcium, Alginate, Casings, or, Natural, Pork, Casings..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This fully cooked, ready-to-eat sausage contains added ingredients such as natural flavors, citric acid, sugar, and specialty casings, and is industrially processed into a formulated meat product, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Al Fresco Jalapeno Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage

The Jalapeno Chicken Sausage can be a healthy choice depending on your dietary goals. With 13 grams of protein and only 110 calories per serving, it’s a solid option for those looking to add lean protein to their meals. Just keep in mind that it does contain added sugars and sodium, so moderation is key.

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