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Campbell's Spicy Buffalo Style Cream of Chicken Soup
Soups & Broths
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Campbell's Spicy Buffalo Style Cream of Chicken Soup

Campbell's®
10.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
790mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
66
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Campbell's® Spicy Buffalo-Style Cream of Chicken Soup sits in the canned soup aisle alongside other condensed and ready-to-heat soups, usually grouped near broths, gravies and canned tomato products. Shoppers will spot it next to classic Campbell’s varieties and other comfort-food bases marketed for quick meals and recipe shortcuts. It reads as a pantry staple for busy households who want a familiar brand with a spicy twist — think weeknight casseroles, game-day dips, or quick lunch bowls. The brand leans on nostalgia and family-friendly trust: Campbell’s evokes childhood soups and easy dinners, while the “spicy buffalo” flavor angles toward adults seeking bolder taste without extra prep. Label cues — “farm-fresh cream,” mention of high-quality chicken stock, and a non-BPA lining — create a mild health or quality halo, though there’s no organic or natural certification and the can lists common allergens (wheat, milk, soy). In plain terms this is a heavily processed, shelf-stable condensed soup designed for convenience: condensed in a metal can, it’s mixed with water or milk and heated on the stove or in a microwave. Sensory notes include a creamy, velvety mouthfeel once reconstituted, a mellow chicken base lifted by vinegary cayenne heat and a slightly tomato-tinged backnote; aroma is savory, tangy and buttery. Usage ritual often involves spooning into a pot, thinning for soup, or folding into dips and casseroles, making it both a standalone quick meal and a shortcut sauce or binder in home cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium790mg34%
Total Carbohydrate10g4%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein2g
* 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,, CAYENNE, PEPPER, SAUCE, (CAYENNE, PEPPERS,, VINEGAR,, SALT,, GARLIC),, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH,, TOMATO, PUREE, (WATER,, TOMATO, PASTE),, WHEAT, FLOUR,, CREAM,, CHICKEN, MEAT,, CHICKEN, FAT,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, VEGETABLE, OIL,, SALT,, WHEY,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, DRIED, CHICKEN,, DISTILLED, VINEGAR,, SOY, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE,, WATER,, PAPRIKA,, NATURAL, FLAVORING,, CHILI, PEPPER, EXTRACT,, BETA, CAROTENE, FOR, COLOR,, SOY, PROTEIN, ISOLATE,, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, BUTTER,, ONION, JUICE, CONCENTRATE. CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, MILK,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • vegetable oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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?

This condensed canned soup contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified cornstarch, soy protein isolates/concentrates, sodium phosphate, natural flavors, etc.) and is formulated for long shelf life and convenience, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Campbell's Spicy Buffalo Style Cream of Chicken Soup

Healthy can be a bit subjective! This soup offers a flavorful kick and a decent amount of protein for a quick meal, but it’s also on the higher side in sodium (790mg per serving). If you're watching your salt intake, you might want to pair it with something low-sodium or have it as an occasional treat.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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