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Al Fresco Spinach Feta Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage
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Al Fresco Spinach Feta Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage

Al Fresco
11 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
12g
Protein
390mg
Sodium
31
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Al Fresco Spinach Feta Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage is a refrigerated, ready-to-heat sausage you’ll typically find in the fresh pre-cooked meats aisle—parked alongside other chicken and turkey links, breakfast sausages, and premium refrigerated proteins rather than the cured deli counter. Packaged in a clear vacuum-sealed pouch or tray to show the flecks of spinach and cheese, it reads like a lighter alternative to pork sausages and is often shelved near branded products that pitch “better-for-you” or lean-protein positioning. Shoppers reach for it on weekend grocery runs for brunch, quick weeknight dinners, or to add protein to salads and pasta. Brand positioning leans toward health-conscious, convenience-minded consumers who want a familiar comfort food riffed with Mediterranean flavors: feta evokes freshness and a slightly upscale twist, while the chicken base signals lower-fat, family-friendly appeal. Labeling tends to emphasize simple ingredients (“chicken,” “spinach & feta,” “fully cooked”) and may imply a natural/lean halo; there’s no organic certification listed on the ingredient panel provided. In plain processing terms this is a factory-made, fully cooked sausage formed into casings (calcium alginate or natural pork), so it’s a processed, shelf-stable refrigerated product you heat and serve. Sensory notes: mild savory chicken flavor, soft but slightly springy texture, creamy salty hits from feta and tender spinach specks; when pan-seared the exterior browns and juices release a gentle savory aroma. Typical rituals: sliced into omelets, split on a bun, tossed into pasta, or served whole alongside roasted vegetables for an easy weeknight or weekend meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Cholesterol60mg20%
Sodium390mg17%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein12g
* 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,, Feta, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Salt,, Cheese, Cultures,, Enzymes), Spinach,, Water, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Salt,, Dried, Garlic,, Dried, Onion, Rosemary,, 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:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a commercially processed, fully cooked sausage made from recognizable ingredients (chicken, feta, spinach) but manufactured into casings and packaged, so it fits NOVA 3 (processed foods) rather than minimally processed or heavily formulated ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Al Fresco Spinach Feta Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage

The Spinach Feta Chicken Sausage is a solid option if you’re looking for a protein-packed snack or meal addition. With 12 grams of protein and only 120 calories per serving, it can fit well into a balanced diet, especially if you're mindful of your carb intake. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people, so consider your own dietary goals!

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