Ingredient

Chicken Skins

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
In packaged foods, chicken skins are used to add flavor, richness, and a desirable …

What it is

Chicken skins are the outer layer of a chicken, removed during processing. They are primarily composed of fat, with some protein, and contribute to the flavor and texture of dishes.

Why it's used

In packaged foods, chicken skins are used to add flavor, richness, and a desirable texture. They are often found in processed chicken products, such as frozen chicken patties, strips, and other prepared meals, to enhance the overall eating experience.

Health notes

Chicken skins are a food ingredient and not a food additive, so they are not subject to FDA approval in the same way as additives. They are naturally high in fat, including saturated fat. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA and EFSA typically evaluate food additives and have not specifically evaluated chicken skins.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Chicken Skins

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Golden Beer Battered White Meat Chicken Strip Shaped Patties With Mashed Potatoes And Mixed Vegetables - Includes A Chocolate Brownie, Beer Battered Chicken Campbell Soup Company Golden Beer Battered White Meat Chicken Strip Shaped Patties With Mashed Potatoes And Mixed Vegetables - Includes A Chocolate Brownie, Beer Battered Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 64% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 187kcal 6.8Protein 9.2Fat 17.8Carbs Campbell Soup Company Zesty Southern Fried Popcorn Shaped Breaded White Meat Chicken Patties With Home-Style Mashed Potatoes And Sweet Corn - Includes A Brownie, Southern Fried Popcorn Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 171kcal 6.5Protein 8.6Fat 15.9Carbs Campbell Soup Company Buffalo Style Chicken Strips Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 79% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 151kcal 5.8Protein 7.5Fat 12.4Carbs Osi Industries, LLC Microwavable Breaded & Cooked Chicken Strips Shaped Patties Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 325kcal 15Protein 22.5Fat 16.2Carbs Osi Industries, LLC Redi-Serve, Chicken Patties Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 312kcal 12.5Protein 20.3Fat 18.8Carbs Osi Industries, LLC Redi-Serve, Breaded Dinosaur Shaped Chicken Patties Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 322kcal 13.3Protein 21.1Fat 18.9Carbs Osi Industries, LLC Chicken Strips Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 325kcal 15Protein 22.5Fat 16.2Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Hungry-Man, Popcorn Chicken With Gravy Fries Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 70% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 134kcal 6.0Protein 5.5Fat 13.7Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Chicken Sliders Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 283kcal 11.5Protein 12.4Fat 32.7Carbs Breaded Dinosaur Shaped Chicken Patties Bites, Chicken Osi Industries, LLC Breaded Dinosaur Shaped Chicken Patties Bites, Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 322kcal 13.3Protein 21.1Fat 18.9Carbs Osi Industries, LLC Chicken & Cheddar Nibblers Niblet Shaped Chicken Patties, Chicken & Cheddar Nibblers Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 312kcal 13.0Protein 20.8Fat 18.2Carbs Hans Kissle Co., Inc. Broccoli & Rice Casserole, Broccoli & Rice Frozen Prepared Sides High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 138kcal 5.0Protein 7.1Fat 13.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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