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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Chicken juices are used as a natural flavor enhancer, adding a savory, chicken-like taste …
What it is
Chicken juices are the liquid released from chicken during cooking or processing. This liquid contains water, proteins, and flavor compounds from the chicken. It is often collected and concentrated to enhance the savory taste of foods.
Why it's used
Chicken juices are used as a natural flavor enhancer, adding a savory, chicken-like taste to processed foods. They are often found in frozen meals, soups, sauces, and processed meat products to boost the overall flavor profile.
Health notes
Chicken juices are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are a natural component of chicken and do not have specific regulatory limits when used in this form. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for 'chicken juices' as a standalone ingredient are not widely documented.
Allergen info
Chicken is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. Therefore, chicken juices are not considered a major allergen.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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