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Progresso Soup, Traditional, Fat Free Chicken Noodle
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Progresso Soup, Traditional, Fat Free Chicken Noodle

Progresso
19 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
5g
Protein
1g
Sugars
660mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
57
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Progresso Traditional Fat Free Chicken Noodle is the familiar 19-ounce canned soup you’ll find lined up in the canned soup aisle, shelved beside other ready-to-heat soups, broths, and stews from mainstream brands. Shoppers reach for it when they want a quick pantry-stable lunch, a simple sick-day remedy, or an easy meal to pull together during storm prep. The Progresso name positions this product as a legacy, family-oriented brand—traditional, reliable, and broadly appealing to adults shopping for weekday dinners or parents packing quick meals for picky eaters. The can’s label emphasizes “Fat Free” and “Traditional,” which creates a light health halo and a homemade, comforting vibe, but there’s no organic certification and the design skews practical rather than playful — not explicitly kid-branded, though the noodles and chicken visuals feel child-friendly. Sensory expectations are straightforward: a clear, savory chicken broth with tender egg noodles, soft diced carrots and celery, and flakes of white chicken meat; textures are brothy and soft rather than richly textured. Packaging is a 19 oz metal can with a full-color label and easily heated on the stovetop or in the microwave after opening, typically poured into a bowl and eaten with crackers or bread as a modest ritual of convenience and comfort. In plain terms, this is a shelf-stable, ready-to-heat soup made with industrial processes and added functional ingredients and seasonings (i.e., an ultra-processed, convenience-oriented product), designed to deliver a consistent, comforting experience with minimal preparation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 2
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium660mg29%
Total Carbohydrate11g4%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein5g
* 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,, Carrots,, Cooked, White, Chicken, Meat,, Egg, Noodles, (Semolina, Wheat,, Egg*,, Egg, White*),, Celery,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of:, Modified, Food, Starch,, Corn, Protein, (Hydrolyzed),, Water,, Salt,, Chicken, Fat,, Carrot, Puree,, Potassium, Chloride,, Flavoring,, Onion, Powder,, Sugar,, Tomato, Extract,, Soy, Protein, Isolate,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Garlic, Powder,, Parsley*,, Natural, Flavor,, Maltodextrin,, Spice,, Chives*,, Beta, Carotene, (Color)., *Dried..

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 food starch, hydrolyzed corn protein, soy protein isolate, maltodextrin, natural flavors, phosphates) and is a shelf-stable ready-to-heat product, fitting the ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Progresso Soup, Traditional, Fat Free Chicken Noodle

It really depends on what you’re looking for! With only 80 calories per cup and low sugar content, it’s a comforting choice that won’t break the calorie bank. However, it’s important to note that it does contain 660mg of sodium, so if you’re watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

back-to-school
storm-prep
movie-night

Vibe:

comfortingconvenientnostalgicpractical
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