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Deep Indian Kitchen Butter Chicken 9 oz
International & World Foods
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free

Deep Indian Kitchen Butter Chicken 9 oz

Deep Indian Kitchen
9 oz
Available at Foodtown
400
Calories
23g
Protein
2g
Sugars
590mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
77
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Deep Indian Kitchen Butter Chicken 9 oz is presented as a convenient, ready-to-heat Indian entree that lives in the chilled prepared meals aisle of a supermarket — typically shelved with other refrigerated entrees and ethnic heat-and-eat dinners, near packaged naan, jarred sauces, and frozen entrees. It reads like a bridge between takeout and the grocery freezer: a single-serve tray of roasted white-meat chicken in a rich, creamy tomato-butter sauce paired with cumin-scented basmati rice. Shoppers reach for it on weeknights, quick celebratory dinners, or when they want an easy introduction to Indian dishes without ordering takeout. The brand leans heavily on family and authenticity: a small Indian-family story, halal certification, and a philanthropic tie that positions Deep Indian Kitchen as both culturally rooted and community-minded — appealing to ethnic-food explorers, busy professionals, and families seeking convenience with a narrative of home-style cooking. Label claims include gluten free, no antibiotics ever, no artificial ingredients, and made-from-scratch messaging; there is no organic certification. In plain processing terms, this is a manufactured, packaged meal composed of cooked components and industrially prepared ingredients intended for reheating. Sensory details: the sauce is smooth and buttery with a mild spice profile, tender roasted chicken pieces, and fluffy cumin basmati rice; texture is creamy rather than chunky. Packaging is a sealed microwavable tray with printed sleeve artwork and halal and nutrition callouts. Rituals around use include quick microwave heating for a solo dinner, pairing with extra naan or steamed vegetables, or tucking into a lunch tote for a warm, flavorful meal when short on time.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tray
Servings per Container: 1
Calories400
% Daily Value*
Total Fat19g24%
Saturated Fat8g40%
Cholesterol90mg30%
Sodium590mg26%
Total Carbohydrate36g13%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars2g4%
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

Butter, Chicken:, White, Meat, Chicken,, Water,, Tomatoes, (Tomatoes,, Tomato, Juice,, Salt),, Onions,, Cream,, Yogurt, (Grade, A, Cultured, Pasteurized, Whole, Milk, &, Skim, Milk,, Milk, Protein, Concentrate,, Active, Yogurt, and, Probiotic, Cultures),, Butter,, Expeller-Pressed, Canola, Oil,, Garlic,, Sugar,, Spices,, Lemon, Juice, (Water,, Concentrated, Lemon, Juice),, Salt,, Cashews,, Tapioca, Starch,, Potato, Starch,, Syrup, Blend, (Rice, Syrup,, Grape, Juice),, Cilantro,, Natural, Flavor, (Yeast, Extract,, Natural, Flavor),, Paprika, Oleoresin,, Vinegar,, Mango, Powder., Rice:, Water,, Basmati, Rice,, Expeller-Pressed, Canola, Oil,, Salt,, Spices..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This ready-to-heat packaged meal contains industrial ingredients and formulations such as milk protein concentrate, syrup blends, natural flavors, starches, and reconstituted components, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Deep Indian Kitchen Butter Chicken 9 oz

The Butter Chicken is a tasty option that packs a punch with 23 grams of protein per serving, which is great for muscle repair and keeping you full. However, it does have 19 grams of fat, including 8 grams of saturated fat, so it's best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're watching your fat intake. Think of it as a delicious treat rather than a daily staple!

Perfect For

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