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Progresso Soup, Traditional, Chicken Noodle
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Progresso Soup, Traditional, Chicken Noodle

Progresso
19 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
7g
Protein
1g
Sugars
680mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
55
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle is a mainstream canned soup you’ll find in the supermarket’s canned soup and broth aisle, shelved alongside other comfort soups, boxed broths, and quick-meal pantry staples. The 19-oz can sits near familiar brands and often across from crackers, canned vegetables, and ready-to-heat sides that pair with soup for an easy meal. This product reads like a classic lunchtime or sick-day choice — shoppers grab it on weeknight grocery runs, during storm- or emergency-prep trips to stock the pantry, or when they want a quick, low-effort lunch. Progresso’s positioning is that of a heritage, family-oriented brand: “Traditional” cues and clear photography evoke homestyle, approachable cooking targeted to busy families and adults who want convenience without the perceived fuss of cooking from scratch. The label emphasizes warmth and familiarity rather than organic or artisanal credentials; there’s no organic certification and no kid-centric cartooning, though small “natural flavor” mentions may create a mild health halo for some buyers. In plain terms, the product is highly processed — it blends real ingredients (chicken, carrots, noodles) with added stabilizers and flavoring agents common to shelf-stable soups. Sensory details: the broth is light and savory with a slightly viscous mouthfeel from modified starch, soft shredded chicken pieces, tender egg noodles, and small carrot and celery bits; herbs like parsley and chives appear as dried flecks. Packaging is a metal can intended for stovetop or microwave reheating and typical household rituals include ladling into a bowl, pairing with crackers or a sandwich, and eating for comfort, convenience, or recovery.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 2
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium680mg30%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein7g
* 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, Broth,, Cooked, White, Chicken, Meat,, Carrots,, Egg, Noodles, (Semolina, Wheat,, Egg,, Egg, White),, Celery., Contains, Less, than, 2%, of:, Modified, Food, Starch,, Water,, Chicken, Fat,, Salt,, Flavor,, Potassium, Chloride,, Carrot, Puree,, Onion, Powder,, Sugar,, Soy, Protein, Isolate,, Tomato, Extract,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Garlic, Powder,, Parsley*,, Natural, Flavor,, Chives*,, Maltodextrin,, Spice,, Beta, Carotene, (Color)., *, Dried..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Beta Carotene - Artificial coloring
No 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 industrial ingredients and additives such as modified food starch, maltodextrin, soy protein isolate, sodium phosphate, and flavorings, indicating industrial formulation and significant processing consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Progresso Soup, Traditional, Chicken Noodle

That depends on how you define healthy! With 100 calories and 7 grams of protein per cup, it can be a decent option for a quick meal or snack. However, it does contain 680 mg of sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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