Ingredient

Rendered Chicken Fat

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers use rendered chicken fat as a cooking fat and to add a chicken …

What it is

Rendered chicken fat is a fat that comes from chickens. It is made by heating chicken tissue to separate the fat from the other parts. The resulting fat is then purified.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use rendered chicken fat as a cooking fat and to add a chicken flavor to foods. It is often found in savory products like soups, prepared meals, and baked goods where a chicken taste is desired.

Health notes

Rendered chicken fat is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of fat, and like all fats, it is calorie-dense. JECFA has evaluated chicken fat and set an acceptable daily intake. No specific health concerns are associated with its consumption at typical levels.

Allergen info

Rendered chicken fat is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Rendered Chicken Fat

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COUNTRY CHEF Baked Chicken Pot Pie Other Deli High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 222kcal 6.7Protein 12.6Fat 20.7Carbs

CHEF'S CUPBOARD Chicken Bouillon Cubes, Chicken Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 143kcal 0Protein 0Fat 28.6Carbs

Conagra Brands CHEF BOYARDEE Microwaveable Rice With Chicken And Vegetables Mini Bites, 7.25 OZ Pasta/Noodles High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 112kcal 2.4Protein 4.4Fat 15.1Carbs Conagra Brands BERTOLLI Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Dual Serve Skillet Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 60% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 162kcal 7.9Protein 8.5Fat 12.9Carbs Conagra Brands MORTON Single Serve Vegetable Pot Pie With Chicken, 7 OZ Savoury Bakery Products High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 162kcal 3.5Protein 8.6Fat 18.2Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Chicken and Dumpling Soup, 15 OZ Prepared Soups High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 60kcal 3.2Protein 1.2Fat 8.8Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Chicken Tortilla Soup, 15 OZ Prepared Soups 63kcal 3.8Protein 0.8Fat 10.0Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Chicken Pot Pie Multi Pack, 60 OZ Savoury Bakery Products High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving 212kcal 6.0Protein 11.3Fat 21.6Carbs Conagra Brands BERTOLLI Grilled Chicken Alfredo And Roasted Vegetable Dinner, 24 OZ Dough Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 138kcal 7.3Protein 6.2Fat 13.2Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Turkey Meal, 9.25 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 88kcal 5.0Protein 2.3Fat 11.8Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Country Fried Chicken And Gravy Dinners, 16 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 123kcal 4.4Protein 6.0Fat 13.4Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Country Fried Pork Chop Dinners, 15 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 108kcal 4.5Protein 4.5Fat 12.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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