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Pacific Foods Soup Chicken Wild Rice Organic
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Pacific Foods Soup Chicken Wild Rice Organic

Pacific Foods
16.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
6g
Protein
1g
Sugars
640mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
26
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Store placement: You’d find this 16.3 oz can of Pacific Foods Organic Chicken & Wild Rice Soup in the refrigerated or shelf-stable soup aisle near other canned and boxed soups, organic broths, and ready-to-heat meals. It sits alongside other Pacific Foods varieties (chicken noodle, vegetable lentil) and near gluten-free and organic comfort-food options. Occasions: This soup is pitched as a quick lunch or light dinner option—easy to grab for a solo meal, for packing into a workday microwave, or as a pantry staple for storm prep and low-effort evenings. It also fits back-to-school lunches and meal-prep rotations when shoppers want a warm, protein-forward option. Brand positioning: Pacific Foods markets toward health-minded, convenience-seeking consumers who value organic sourcing and simple ingredient lists. The brand leans into a wholesome, slightly premium image—appealing to parents, professionals, and shoppers who want ready-made meals without artificial additives. Label characteristics: The can highlights USDA Organic, non-GMO ingredients, “no MSG, high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors or artificial flavors,” and lists whole ingredients like chicken, brown and wild rice, and vegetables—creating a “natural” and health-halo impression rather than bright kid-focused branding. Processing context: This is a commercially prepared, shelf-stable canned soup made from recognizable ingredients; it’s more processed than homemade stock-and-simmer soup but avoids industrial additives common in some ready meals. Sensory details: Expect a brothy, slightly creamy mouthfeel from cornstarch-thickened stock, tender diced chicken, chewy wild and brown rice pockets, and soft vegetable pieces. The ritual is simple—heat on the stove or microwave, stir, and eat from a bowl. The metal can is recyclable and emphasizes convenience, warmth, and familiar comfort in a compact package.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 1
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium640mg28%
Total Carbohydrate17g6%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars1g
Protein6g
* 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

INGREDIENTS:, CHICKEN, STOCK*,, ONIONS*,, CARROTS*,, CELERY*,, DICED, CHICKEN, (CHICKEN, MEAT*,, WATER,, CORNSTARCH*,, SEA, SALT)*,, BROWN, RICE*,, WILD, RICE*,, CORNSTARCH*,, CHICKEN, FAT*,, SEA, SALT,, GARLIC*,, SPICES*., *ORGANIC.

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Contains recognizable, mostly whole organic ingredients in a ready-to-eat canned format with minimal industrial additives; processed for convenience but not formulated with artificial flavors/emulsifiers typical of ultra-processed products.

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Common Questions about Pacific Foods Soup Chicken Wild Rice Organic

Absolutely! This soup is made with organic ingredients like chicken stock, vegetables, and whole grains, making it a wholesome choice for a quick meal. It has a decent amount of protein and fiber, which can keep you feeling satisfied, especially on a chilly day. Just keep in mind that 'healthy' can mean different things to different folks, so consider your overall diet and lifestyle.

Perfect For

storm-prep
back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday

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