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Campbell's Homestyle Condensed Soup, Chicken Noodle 25% Less Sodium
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Campbell's Homestyle Condensed Soup, Chicken Noodle 25% Less Sodium

Campbell's®
10.75 oz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
3g
Protein
630mg
Sodium
59
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Campbell's® Homestyle Condensed Chicken Noodle Soup (25% Less Sodium) is the kind of canned staple you’ll find lined up on supermarket center aisles in the soup and canned goods bay, usually shelved beside other condensed soups, broths, and quick-meal canned entrees. It’s a pantry go-to for storm-prep kits, quick weeknight dinners, and grab-and-go cans tossed into college dorm shopping lists. The brand leans on Americana and comfort—Campbell’s long-standing red-and-white identity, the “M’m! M’m! Good!” tagline, and messaging like “no antibiotics” on the chicken bolster trust with parents and older shoppers seeking familiar convenience. On the label you’ll see health-halo cues: “25% Less Sodium” highlighted as a comparative claim, natural-sounding phrases and recyclable-can icons, but no organic certification; the package emphasizes convenience and family-friendly tradition rather than specialty or clean-label credentials. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, shelf-stable canned condensed soup designed for long storage and fast preparation—simply add a can of water and heat. Sensory notes: when prepared, it yields a thin, golden chicken broth studded with soft, pillowy egg noodles and small shreds of tender chicken; textures are smooth and uniform thanks to modified starches and stabilizers. The ritual is familiar—empty, mix with water, microwave or simmer, season to taste, and ladle into a bowl often paired with crackers, grilled cheese, or apple slices. It’s marketed as a comforting, practical solution for cold evenings, sick days, and low-effort family meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium630mg27%
Total Carbohydrate8g3%
Protein3g
* 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,, ENRICHED, EGG, NOODLES, (WHEAT, FLOUR,, EGGS,, NIACIN,, FERROUS, SULFATE,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, CHICKEN, MEAT,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, SALT,, CHICKEN, FAT,, WATER,, MONOSODIUM, GLUTAMATE,, CORNSTARCH,, NATURAL, FLAVORING,, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH,, DRIED, CHICKEN, BROTH,, SUGAR,, BETA, CAROTENE, FOR, COLOR,, ONION, POWDER,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, SOY, PROTEIN, ISOLATE,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, DRIED, CHICKEN,, GARLIC, EXTRACT. CONTAINS:, EGG,, WHEAT,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • monosodium glutamate - Synthetic preservative
  • beta carotene - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

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?

The ingredient list includes industrial additives and reformulated components (modified cornstarch, monosodium glutamate, soy protein isolate, sodium phosphate, natural flavors) and is a shelf-stable, ready-to-heat product, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Campbell's Homestyle Condensed Soup, Chicken Noodle 25% Less Sodium

The Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting choice, especially if you're looking for something quick and easy. At 60 calories per serving, it's relatively low in calories, but it does pack in 630mg of sodium, which is worth noting if you're watching your salt intake. So, while it's not a health food per se, it can fit into a balanced diet when enjoyed in moderation.

Perfect For

storm-prep
back-to-school
movie-night

Vibe:

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