Classic Chicken Salad
What You Should Know
You’d spot this in the refrigerated grab-and-go deli case or pre-packed sandwich section—an easy pick for a quick lunch, picnic, or a casual weekend brunch. It feels familiar and comforting, a classic homemade-style chicken salad that leans convenient and slightly indulgent. The ingredient list and additives (maltodextrin, dextrose, xanthan gum, starches, emulsifying oils) point to industrial processing aimed at a creamy, stable texture and consistent shelf life, typical of ultra-processed deli fare.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Chicken, Breast, (water,, contains, 2%, or, less, of, kosher, salt,, dextrose,, white, distilled, vinegar, powder, [maltodextrin,, white, distilled, vinegar],, tapioca, starch,, rosemary, extract, [sunflower, oil,, rosemary, extract],, white, pepper,, onion, powder,, garlic, powder), Deli, Dressing, (sour, cream, [cultured, cream],, dijon, mustard, [white, distilled, vinegar,, water,, #1, grade, mustard, seed,, salt,, white, wine,, citric, acid,, onion, powder,, spices,, turmeric,, natural, flavors],, lemon, juice,, water,, soybean, oil,, egg, yolks,, white, distilled, vinegar,, salt,, xanthan, gum), Celery, Red, Onion, Parsley..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soybean oil - Processed emulsifier
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (maltodextrin, dextrose, xanthan gum, modified starches, emulsifying oils) and is a ready-to-eat manufactured product, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).
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Common Questions about Classic Chicken Salad
Well, that depends on what 'healthy' means to you! This chicken salad packs a solid protein punch with 19 grams per serving, making it a great option for a filling snack or meal. However, it does contain some fat and sodium, so if you're watching those, keep that in mind as part of your overall diet.