Ingredient

Cooked Dark Meat Chicken

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add cooked dark meat chicken to products primarily for its flavor, texture, and …

What it is

Cooked dark meat chicken refers to the meat from the legs and thighs of a chicken that has been prepared by cooking. This type of meat is generally richer in flavor and moisture compared to white meat.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add cooked dark meat chicken to products primarily for its flavor, texture, and protein content. It serves as a main protein component in various prepared foods, including frozen dinners, canned soups, and appetizers.

Health notes

Cooked dark meat chicken is a whole food ingredient and not a food additive, so it is not subject to FDA additive approval or GRAS status. It is a source of protein and other nutrients. As part of a balanced diet, lean protein sources are generally recommended by dietary guidelines.

Allergen info

Chicken is not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Products containing Cooked Dark Meat Chicken

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Harris-Teeter Inc. Cream Of Chicken Condensed Soup, Cream Of Chicken Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 81kcal 1.6Protein 4.9Fat 7.3Carbs Glencourt Inc. Asian-Style Chicken For Lettuce Wraps Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 111kcal 10.1Protein 5.6Fat 6.1Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Classic Cream Of Chicken Condensed Soup Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 81kcal 1.6Protein 4.9Fat 7.3Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Classic Condensed Soup, Cream Of Chicken Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 81kcal 1.6Protein 4.9Fat 7.3Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Butter Chicken With Basmatic Turmeric Rice, Butter Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 134kcal 7.1Protein 4.6Fat 15.9Carbs

CJ Foods USA Inc Chicken & Vegetable Mandu Dumpling, Chicken & Vegetable Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 150kcal 8.6Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs The Schwan Food Company Buffalo Style Chicken Dark Meat Chicken, Cheese, Celery, Onion & Spicy Buffalo Style Sauce In A Crispy Wrapper Rolls, Buffalo Style Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 212kcal 7.1Protein 11.8Fat 20Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Chicken Korma With Basmati Turmeric Rice A Classic Indian-Inspired Dish Of Dark Meat Chicken In A Creamy Coconut-Based Mild Yellow Curry With Tahini, Onions & Raisins, Chicken Korma Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 170kcal 7.4Protein 7.4Fat 18.4Carbs

Schwan's Company Mini Buffalo Style Chicken Egg Rolls, Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 212kcal 7.1Protein 11.8Fat 20Carbs

Primal Nutrition Primal Kitchen Chicken Panang Curry, 10 Oz Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 88kcal 5.6Protein 5.3Fat 5.3Carbs

Primal Nutrition Chicken Pesto Cage-Free Dark Meat Chicken & Vegetables With Pesto Sauce, Chicken Pesto Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 162kcal 6.3Protein 13.7Fat 3.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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