Ingredient

Chicken Fat Flavor

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers use chicken fat flavor to enhance the savory taste of products without using …

What it is

Chicken fat flavor is a food additive designed to mimic the taste of chicken fat. It is typically created by processing chicken fat or by combining various synthetic and natural flavor compounds. The goal is to impart a rich, savory, or 'umami' taste to foods.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use chicken fat flavor to enhance the savory taste of products without using actual chicken fat. It is often found in soups, broths, sauces, processed meats, and frozen meals. This ingredient helps create a more authentic and appealing chicken-like flavor profile.

Health notes

Chicken fat flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavoring substances, and their safety is assessed based on intended use. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies or significant health concerns linked to the use of chicken fat flavor.

Allergen info

Chicken fat flavor is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten. Not a major allergen.

Products containing Chicken Fat Flavor

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Supervalu, Inc. Broth, Rich Chicken Canned Soup High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 4kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 0.4Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Chicken, Bacon & Wild Rice Soup, Chicken, Bacon & Wild Rice Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 47% DV per serving 65kcal 3.3Protein 2.0Fat 7.8Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup, Homestyle Chicken Noodle Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 53kcal 2.0Protein 2.0Fat 6.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Chicken Tortilla Soup, Chicken Tortilla Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 57% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 86kcal 4.9Protein 4.5Fat 6.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup, Homestyle Chicken Noodle Other Soups High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 53kcal 2.0Protein 2.0Fat 6.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Wisconsin Cheese Soup, Wisconsin Cheese Other Soups High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 73kcal 3.7Protein 3.3Fat 6.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Cheeseburger Chowder Soup, Cheeseburger Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 52% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 110kcal 4.9Protein 6.5Fat 7.8Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Chicken Tortilla Soup, Chicken Tortilla Other Soups High in sodium — 57% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 86kcal 4.9Protein 4.5Fat 6.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Italian Style Wedding Soup With Meatballs, Italian Style Other Soups High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 57kcal 2.0Protein 2.9Fat 6.5Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Chicken Tortilla Soup, Chicken Tortilla Other Soups High in sodium — 57% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 86kcal 4.9Protein 4.5Fat 6.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Cream Of Potato Soup With Bacon, Cream Of Potato Other Soups High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 82kcal 2.5Protein 3.7Fat 9.4Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Hearty Chicken, Bacon & Wild Rice Soup, Chicken, Bacon & Wild Rice Other Soups High in sodium — 47% DV per serving 65kcal 3.3Protein 2.0Fat 7.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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