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Chicken of the Sea No Drain Solid White Tuna
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Chicken of the Sea No Drain Solid White Tuna

Chicken of the Sea
4 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
23g
Protein
390mg
Sodium
3
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Chicken of the Sea No Drain Solid White Tuna is a familiar canned seafood staple you’ll see stacked in the grocery’s canned seafood aisle, beside other tuna varieties, salmon, canned crab, mayonnaise, canned soups and quick sandwich fixings. Packaged in a small 4 oz can with a pull-top, it advertises convenience with a “no drain” cue that appeals to busy shoppers who want a ready-to-use protein. Shoppers pull this can for quick lunches, weeknight sandwiches, midweek salads, pantry stocking for storms, or single-serving meal prep when a little protein is needed without cooking. The brand sits squarely in mainstream American pantry culture: a long-established value-oriented label trusted by multi-generational households, budget-minded families, and people seeking simple, reliable protein. Marketing leans on convenience, tradition, and protein content rather than gourmet claims; label copy often highlights “solid white tuna” and simple ingredient lists. There are subtle health-halo cues — short ingredient list, “white” tuna, and emphasis on protein — but no organic certification or child-focused cartooning. The ingredient list here is minimal (white tuna and salt) and the label’s “no drain” convenience is the main promise. In processing terms it’s a shelf-stable, heat-treated canned product: fish is cooked, packed with salt, and sealed. Sensory notes: flaky, firm white tuna that’s moist from packing liquid, with a clean ocean taste and a slightly briny finish from added salt. Rituals include popping the lid, flaking into a bowl for tuna salad, spooning straight onto crackers, or dropping into a pasta or green salad for instant protein.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol50mg17%
Sodium390mg17%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein23g
* 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, Tuna,, Salt..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed (NOVA 3) product: whole fish preserved by cooking and canning with added salt to improve shelf life and palatability, but it does not contain the kinds of industrial additives typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Chicken of the Sea No Drain Solid White Tuna

Absolutely! This no drain tuna is a solid source of protein, packing in 23 grams per serving, which is great for muscle repair and keeping you feeling full. It's low in sugar and carbs, making it a fantastic option for those watching their intake. Of course, 'healthy' can vary depending on your dietary needs, but as far as convenient protein sources go, this one definitely checks a lot of boxes!

Perfect For

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