
Bar S Jumbo Chicken Franks
What You Should Know
Bar S Jumbo Chicken Franks arrive in a familiar 16-ounce plastic pack you’d spot in the refrigerated packaged meats aisle, shelved beside hot dogs, bologna, and other pre-cooked frankfurters. Supermarket shoppers find them near bacon and deli cold cuts or on endcaps during promotional weeks. These franks are positioned as an affordable, family-friendly protein — a budget-conscious alternative for parents and busy households that want quick, recognizable meal solutions. Packaging emphasizes size (“Jumbo”) and “fully cooked,” often with bold type and bright colors that appeal to kids and evoke backyard barbecues. There are few health-halo claims: no organic certification, no explicit “natural” labeling, and sweeteners like dextrose and corn syrup are hidden among ingredients; sodium and preservatives are present but not always prominent to casual shoppers. In plain terms, this product is a highly processed ready-to-eat meat product made from mechanically separated poultry and a blend of binders, salts, and preservatives. Sensory-wise the franks have a smooth, emulsified interior and a springy, slightly bouncy bite when hot — not the chew of whole-muscle meat but a juicy, even texture that splits cleanly on the grill or in a pan. Rituals around them are social and quick: backyard grilling, stadium-style hot dogs at game day, school lunchbox throw-ins, or late-night skillet dinners. Their convenience and familiar flavor make them a go-to for quick family meals and communal occasions where ease, portion size, and kid approval matter more than artisanal provenance.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Mechanically, Separated, Chicken,, Water,, Dextrose,, Salt,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, the, Following:, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Corn, Syrup,, Flavorings,, Potassium, Lactate,, Potassium, Acetate,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Sodium, Phosphates,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Sodium, Nitrite,, Oleoresin, of, Paprika..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Sodium Nitrite - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains mechanically separated meat, added sugars, modified starches, and multiple additives/preservatives typical of industrial formulations, fitting the ultra-processed food category.
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Common Questions about Bar S Jumbo Chicken Franks
Healthy is a bit of a loaded term, isn't it? These Jumbo Chicken Franks pack in 8 grams of protein per serving, which is great if you're looking for a quick protein boost. However, they do contain preservatives and sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake or prefer whole foods, you might want to enjoy these in moderation.
