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Campbell's Chunky Soup, Chicken Corn Chowder
Soups & Broths
📊 NOVA 4

Campbell's Chunky Soup, Chicken Corn Chowder

Campbell's®
18.80 oz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
5g
Protein
4g
Sugars
860mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
65
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Campbell's® Chunky® Chicken Corn Chowder sits squarely on the canned soup shelf — think the middle-aisle of canned goods or the soup & broths bay, often adjacent to condensed soups, ready-to-heat stews and instant mashed potatoes. It is marketed as a hearty, meal-like option, with bold copy (“Fills You Up Right®,” “Soup That Eats Like a Meal®”) and visual cues of big chunks of chicken, potatoes and corn. Shoppers reach for it on busy weeknights, during storm-prep runs, or when packing easy campfire fare; it also appears in college dorm pantries and lunchboxes for adults seeking a quick, warm meal. The brand positioning leans practical and working-class — comfort food with convenience, aimed at people who want filling, familiar flavors without cooking from scratch. Label characteristics include family-friendly branding and an appetite-satisfying protein callout (14 g protein); packaging may highlight phrases like “no antibiotics in chicken” in marketing copy, but there are no organic or natural certifications and the ingredient list contains several food industry additives. In plain language, this is a highly processed, shelf-stable soup made with concentrated proteins, modified starches, preservatives and flavorings. Sensory notes: a creamy chowder base with soft potato and carrot chunks, sweet corn kernels, and tender shredded chicken; the texture is thick and spoonable rather than brothy. Packaging is a metal can (often with a pull-tab) — heat in a microwave-safe bowl or warm on the stove, then eat straight from a bowl with a spoon; many pair it with crackers or toast. The product’s ritual is fast, warming, and convenient — a no-fuss comfort option in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 cup
Servings per Container: 2
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium860mg37%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars4g
Protein5g
* 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

INGREDIENTS:, CHICKEN, STOCK,, POTATOES,, CORN,, CHICKEN, MEAT,, CARROTS,, VEGETABLE, OIL,, CELERY,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH,, WATER,, SALT,, SUGAR,, DRIED, ONIONS,, WHEAT, FLOUR,, BACON, (CURED, WITH, WATER,, SALT,, SUGAR,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, SODIUM, ERYTHORBATE,, SODIUM, NITRITE),, SOY, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, SOY, PROTEIN, ISOLATE,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, BETA, CAROTENE, FOR, COLOR,, SPICE,, DRIED, BUTTER,, BUTTERMILK,, FLAVORING,, DRIED, CHICKEN,, CHICKEN, FAT,, GARLIC, EXTRACT. CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, MILK,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • vegetable oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sodium phosphate - Processed emulsifier
  • sodium erythorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • sodium nitrite - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified cornstarch, soy protein isolate/concentrate, sodium phosphates, sodium erythorbate, nitrite, flavorings) and is a ready-to-eat, shelf-stable product, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Campbell's Chunky Soup, Chicken Corn Chowder

Well, that depends on what you're comparing it to! With 190 calories per cup and a decent amount of protein and fiber, it can fit into a balanced diet. However, it does have 860 mg of sodium, which is something to keep an eye on if you're watching your salt intake.

Perfect For

storm-prep
road-trip
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

comfortingconvenientnostalgicpractical
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