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Valley Fresh Chicken Breast in Water with Rib Meat
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Valley Fresh Chicken Breast in Water with Rib Meat

VALLEY FRESH
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
45
Calories
9g
Protein
210mg
Sodium
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

VALLEY FRESH Valley Fresh Chicken Breast in Water with Rib Meat (10 oz) reads like a pantry-friendly take on simple protein. You’ll usually find it on the grocery shelf-stable protein aisle, shelved beside canned tuna, salmon, and other ready-to-use meats, often near broths and canned soups for quick meal-building choices. Shoppers grab it on quick weeknight runs, meal-prep Sundays, or when they want a low-effort addition to salads, sandwiches, casseroles, or emergency storm kits. The brand leans into a straightforward, value-oriented positioning: American, practical, and built around a ‘100% Natural’ claim that signals wholesome lean protein to parents, busy professionals, and budget-conscious cooks. Packaging is typically a 10-ounce can (often with a pull tab) that promises convenience and a long pantry life; there’s no organic seal and the label’s health halo focuses on words like “natural,” “chicken breast,” and “sea salt.” The ingredient list is short — chicken breast with rib meat, chicken broth, sea salt, tapioca and rice starch, and rosemary extract — and this product is cooked and canned, with small stabilizers added to keep texture consistent. Sensory notes: when drained it flakes into moist, mild-tasting pieces with a tender, slightly cohesive bite from the starches; rosemary extract gives a faint preserved aroma but the overall flavor stays clean and chicken-forward. Rituals around use are pragmatic — open, drain, and fold into salads, heat for tacos or casseroles, or mix with mayo for quick sandwiches — embodying convenience without heavy processing cues.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 oz
Servings per Container: 5
Calories45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium210mg9%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein9g
* 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, Breast, Meat, with, Rib, Meat,, Chicken, Broth,, Sea, Salt,, Tapioca, Starch,, Rice, Starch,, Rosemary, Extract..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed food: whole muscle chicken cooked and canned with added salt, broth and small amounts of starches and rosemary extract to stabilize texture and shelf life, so it fits NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Valley Fresh Chicken Breast in Water with Rib Meat

The Valley Fresh Chicken Breast is a decent choice if you’re looking for a protein boost without a ton of calories—just 45 calories and 9 grams of protein per serving! It’s low in sugar and fat, making it a solid option for a variety of diets. However, 'healthy' can be subjective; if you're aiming for whole foods, you might prefer fresh chicken over canned.

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