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Hidden Valley Ranch Shredded Chicken Toppers Ranch Flavor
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Hidden Valley Ranch Shredded Chicken Toppers Ranch Flavor

Hidden Valley
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
24g
Protein
1g
Sugars
870mg
Sodium
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hidden Valley Ranch Shredded Chicken Toppers (6 oz) reads like a convenience-minded riff on two pantry heroes: rotisserie-style shredded chicken and classic ranch seasoning. You'd typically find it in the refrigerated prepared foods aisle — near pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, refrigerated salad toppers, packaged sandwiches, and the chilled dressing and dip section — positioned to tempt shoppers assembling quick salads, wraps, or snack boxes. It fits busy-weeknight dinners, meal-prep Sundays, or game-day spreads where someone wants ready-to-use protein with a familiar ranch kick. The brand leans on Hidden Valley’s iconic ranch imagery and nostalgia, aiming at families and convenience-seeking adults who want familiar comfort flavors with minimal prep. Packaging usually emphasizes “Ranch flavor” and the recognizable green-and-white logo; there’s often a visual of shredded chicken on a salad, but no organic seal — the ingredient list does include “natural flavors,” which can create a mild “natural” health halo despite the presence of other additives. In plain terms this is a processed, ready-to-eat flavored chicken product that combines cooked protein with seasoning blends and functional additives to hold texture and taste. Sensory notes: moist, pulled/shredded strands of chicken carrying a creamy, tangy ranch seasoning, slightly saucy rather than dry; texture is tender but cohesive from stabilizers. Packaged in a small plastic cup or pouch for quick tossing onto greens, into tacos, or onto baked potatoes, it’s often used as a last-minute meal enhancer — dump, toss, serve — a ritual of speedy assembly that fits modern, time-pressed grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5
Servings per Container: 1
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol50mg17%
Sodium870mg38%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
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

Chicken,, Water,, Less, than, 2%, of:, Salt,, Vinegar, Powder,, Yeast, Extract,, Cultured, Sugar,, Natural, Flavors,, Onion, Powder,, Garlic, Powder,, Citrus, Extract,, Lactic, Acid,, Spices,, Maltodextrin,, Gum, Arabic,, Sugar,, Rice, Starch..

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?

Contains additives and industrial ingredients common in ultra-processed foods (maltodextrin, gum arabic, natural flavors) and is a ready-to-eat flavored product rather than a simple minimally processed meat.

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Common Questions about Hidden Valley Ranch Shredded Chicken Toppers Ranch Flavor

That depends on what you’re looking for! The Ranch Chicken Toppers pack a solid punch with 24 grams of protein and only 120 calories per serving, making them a great option for a quick meal or snack. However, if you’re watching your sodium intake, keep in mind they do have 870 mg of sodium per serving, which is quite a bit.

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