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Applegate Chicken & Sage Breakfast Sausage 10 ea
Meat
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Applegate Chicken & Sage Breakfast Sausage 10 ea

Applegate
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
9g
Protein
1g
Sugars
390mg
Sodium
36
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Applegate Chicken & Sage Breakfast Sausage arrives in the refrigerated meat aisle near other pre-cooked links, branded turkey and chicken sausages, and breakfast meats like bacon and breakfast patties. You’ll typically find it on a middle shelf alongside other “natural” and antibiotic-free options rather than with bulk raw pork links. It appeals to shoppers stocking quick weekday breakfasts, weekend brunch spreads, or portable protein for on-the-go mornings. The brand positions itself as a better-for-you alternative to conventional processed meats — farm-forward language, antibiotic-free claims, and Certified Gluten Free badges signal ethical sourcing and mild health halos aimed at parents, time-pressed professionals, and value-conscious wellness shoppers. Labels emphasize “never administered antibiotics,” simple ingredient lists, and fully cooked convenience rather than organic certification. In plain terms this is a processed, ready-to-heat product: the chicken is seasoned, formed into links, and fully cooked in a commercial facility, then packaged for retail convenience. Sensory notes: small, sage-forward links with a tender, slightly springy interior and a lightly crispable exterior when pan-seared; mild sweetness from a touch of cane sugar balances the herbaceous sage and savory salt. Packaging is consumer-friendly — a sealed tray or film pack inside a branded sleeve — with a quick-heat microwave or skillet ritual that makes it a go-to for assembly-line breakfasts, breakfast sandwiches, or simple family plates. Its story in American grocery culture is of convenient, flavor-forward breakfast meat that markets humane sourcing and simple ingredients while fitting into fast, modern morning routines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol45mg15%
Sodium390mg17%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein9g
* 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

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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?

Made primarily from chicken with simple seasonings and sold fully cooked, it is an industrially processed product intended for convenience; ingredients are minimal but the commercial processing places it in the processed-food category (NOVA 3) rather than unprocessed or ultraprocessed.

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Common Questions about Applegate Chicken & Sage Breakfast Sausage 10 ea

The Chicken & Sage Breakfast Sausage packs a pretty decent protein punch with 9 grams per serving, making it a solid option for a hearty breakfast. It does have some added sugars and sodium, so if you're watching those, keep that in mind. Overall, it's a tasty choice for a balanced diet, especially if you're pairing it with whole grains or fresh veggies!

Perfect For

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