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Jack Daniels Pulled Chicken, Seasoned & Cooked White Meat
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Jack Daniels Pulled Chicken, Seasoned & Cooked White Meat

Jack Daniel's
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
250
Calories
18g
Protein
30g
Sugars
520mg
Sodium
110
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Jack Daniels Pulled Chicken, Seasoned & Cooked White Meat is a 16 oz, ready-to-eat refrigerated item you’d spot in the deli/prepared foods aisle, usually stacked near other heat-and-serve proteins like pulled pork, rotisserie chicken, and pre-sauced BBQ ribs. It reads like a convenience solution for casual American meals — bright label art referencing Jack Daniel’s whiskey and barbecue traditions, promising bold, smoky-sweet flavor. Shopper occasions stretch from last-minute game-day prep and tailgates to quick weeknight dinners or easy sandwich fixings for packed lunches. Brand positioning leans on Southern barbecue culture and the Jack Daniel’s name to signal an adult, flavor-forward product aimed at busy families and grilling enthusiasts who want indulgent BBQ taste without slow smoking. The package copy stresses “seasoned” and “cooked white meat,” but you won’t find organic certification or child-focused graphics; it trades health-halo claims for flavor cues and convenience badges like “fully cooked” or “ready to heat.” In plain terms, this is a highly processed prepared protein with added stabilizers, modified starches, colors, sweeteners, and flavoring agents to recreate smoky, saucy barbecue notes. Sensory impressions: tender, shredded chicken threads coated in a sticky, glossy Jack Daniels-style BBQ sauce—sweet molasses and brown sugar top notes with a faint whiskey aroma and a peppery finish. The product comes in a small retail container meant for microwaving or reheating in a skillet, and it’s used as a quick sandwich filler, taco topping, or party platter component—an easy, crowd-pleasing shortcut to barbecue-style meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5 oz
Servings per Container: 3
Calories250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol65mg22%
Sodium520mg23%
Total Carbohydrate34g12%
Total Sugars30g
Added Sugars29g58%
Protein18g
* 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

Seasoned, Cooked, Chicken, (Chicken,, Water,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of:, Cornstarch,, Salt,, Carrageenan,, Paprika,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Sugar,, Caramel, Color,, Granulated, Onion,, Granulated, Garlic,, Cayenne, Pepper,, Dried, Celery,, Dried, Green, Bell, Pepper,, Powdered, Molasses, [Refinery, Syrup,, Cane, Molasses,, Cane, Caramel, Color],, Black, Pepper),, Bbq, Sauce, (Sugar,, Water,, Apple, Cider, Vinegar,, Onion,, Molasses,, Soy, Sauce, [Water,, Soybeans,, Wheat,, Salt],, Tomato, Paste,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of:, Soybean, Oil,, Granulated, Garlic,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Salt,, Worcestershire, Sauce, Powder, [Maltodextrin,, Worcestershire, Sauce, {Distilled, Vinegar,, Molasses,, Corn, Syrup,, Salt,, Caramel, Color,, Garlic, Powder,, Sugar,, Spices,, Celery, Seed,, Tamarind,, Natural, Flavor}],, Caramel, Color,, Tennessee, Whiskey,, Chili, Pepper,, Paprika,, Lemon, Juice,, Black, Pepper,, Red, Pepper)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified corn starch, carrageenan, sodium phosphate, caramel color, maltodextrin, flavors) and a formulated sauce, classifying it as ultraprocessed. It's a ready-to-eat product designed for convenience with extensive ingredient processing.

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Common Questions about Jack Daniels Pulled Chicken, Seasoned & Cooked White Meat

The Jack Daniel's Pulled Chicken can be a tasty option, especially if you're looking for a quick meal. It packs in 18 grams of protein per serving, which is great if you need a protein boost. However, with 30 grams of sugar and 520 mg of sodium, it’s best enjoyed as an occasional treat rather than a daily staple.

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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