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Bumble Bee White Chunk In Water Chicken
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Bumble Bee White Chunk In Water Chicken

Bumble Bee
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
19g
Protein
1g
Sugars
350mg
Sodium
15
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bumble Bee White Chunk In Water Chicken is a shelf-stable canned protein you’ll typically find in the canned seafood and shelf-stable meats aisle, shelved near tuna, salmon, and other canned poultry or emergency food items. It fits into weekly grocery runs, quick-lunch trips, back-to-school shopping lists and storm-prep carts for shoppers who want a long-lasting, ready-to-use protein. The brand positions itself as straightforward and familiar — leveraging Bumble Bee’s established pantry-name recognition to reach busy adults, single households, and families looking for an easy lean-protein option; marketing leans practical rather than gourmet. The small 5 oz can emphasizes simple descriptors like “white chunk” and “in water,” which create a health-halo of lean, low-fat protein, but the product is not organic and typically carries no child-focused branding. On the ingredient panel you’ll see plain-sounding components alongside functional additives: chicken and water appear first, followed by seasonings and stabilizers (modified food starch, sodium phosphates, natural flavors). In plain terms it is a canned, industrially processed product meant for convenience and shelf stability. Sensory notes: the chicken flakes into moist, slightly firm chunks with a clean, mildly savory broth flavor and a saline edge from added salt; texture is denser than fresh roast chicken and more uniform. Packaging is a pull-tab metal can—opening it is part of the ritual before draining and flaking the meat into salads, sandwiches, casseroles, or quick pastas. For many American shoppers it represents a no-fuss protein shortcut: reliable, portable, and easy to integrate into simple meals when time is short.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol70mg23%
Sodium350mg15%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
Protein19g
* 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

White, Chicken,, Water,, Seasoning, (Salt,, Chicken, Broth, and, Natural, Flavors),, Modified, Food, Starch,, Sodium, Phosphates..

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?

The product contains additives (modified food starch, sodium phosphates, natural flavors) and is industrially processed and canned for shelf stability, matching criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Bumble Bee White Chunk In Water Chicken

Great question! This chicken is a high-protein option with 19 grams per serving, which can be beneficial if you're looking to boost your protein intake. It's also low in sugar and has no added sugars, making it a decent choice for a quick meal or snack. However, keep in mind that it's not organic, so if you're aiming for an all-organic diet, you might want to explore other options.

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