Chicken Flavor
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What it is
Chicken flavor is a substance that gives food a taste like chicken. It can be made from real chicken, chicken broth, or synthesized in a lab using various chemical compounds. The goal is to mimic the savory taste of cooked chicken.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use chicken flavor to enhance or impart a chicken taste in foods, especially when real chicken is not used or is present in small amounts. It is commonly found in soups, sauces, processed meats, snacks, and vegetarian products seeking a savory profile.
Health notes
Chicken flavorings are typically considered safe by the FDA when used as intended. Many flavoring substances are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many flavoring agents. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption of foods containing these flavors.
Allergen info
Chicken flavor is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Chicken Flavor
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Hormel Foods Corporation
Rice & Chicken White Chicken Meat And Rice With Carrots And Peas In A Savory Sauce, Rice & Chicken
High in sodium — 39% DV per serving
85kcal
3.3Protein
1.6Fat
14.1Carbs