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Chicken Of The Sea Tuna, in Water, Chunk Light
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Chicken Of The Sea Tuna, in Water, Chunk Light

Chicken of the Sea
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
24g
Protein
270mg
Sodium
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Chicken Of The Sea Tuna, in Water, Chunk Light is the archetypal pantry staple you’ll find stacked in the canned seafood aisle alongside other tuna varieties, canned salmon, sardines and shelf-stable proteins. Packaged in a 5-oz can or pull-tab tin, the product leans on decades of coastal branding—mermaids, nautical blue and straightforward labeling—positioning it as a reliable, family-friendly, affordable source of protein for busy households. Shoppers reach for it on routine grocery trips, for emergency storm bins, college dorm pantries, or quick weeknight meals. The label highlights simple cues—“in water,” “chunk light,” and brand heritage—invoking a modest health halo (lean protein, low fat) without organic certification or child-focused gimmicks. Ingredient-wise it lists chunk light tuna, water, vegetable broth and salt, and the packaging signals convenience rather than culinary luxury. In plain terms it’s canned and preserved: the fish is cooked, packed and sealed for long shelf life. Sensory notes are direct — moist, flaky chunks with a firm bite and a clean, briny finish; when drained and fork-flaked it readily blends into salads, sandwiches, casseroles and protein bowls. The opening ritual (pop the tab, drain, flake) is familiar to many American households and lends itself to quick preparations: a tuna melt on toasted bread, a tossed salad with lemon and olive oil, or a protein boost stirred into pasta. Marketing targets value-conscious shoppers and health-minded consumers wanting no-fuss protein, while the product’s simplicity cements its place in everyday grocery culture rather than gourmet aisles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol55mg18%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein24g
* 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

Chunk, Light, Tuna,, Water,, Vegetable, Broth,, 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 food: tuna is cooked and preserved in a sealed can with added vegetable broth and salt, giving it extended shelf life and convenience but few industrial additives, so it fits NOVA group 3 rather than ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Chicken Of The Sea Tuna, in Water, Chunk Light

Chicken of the Sea Tuna is a solid choice if you’re looking for a high-protein snack or meal addition. With 24 grams of protein and only 110 calories per serving, it can fit well into various diets, especially if you're watching your calorie intake. Just remember, healthy is subjective—what's healthy for a bodybuilder might not be the same for someone on a low-protein diet.

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