Roast Chicken Type Flavor
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What it is
Roast chicken type flavor is a food additive designed to mimic the taste and aroma of roasted chicken. It is typically created by combining various natural and artificial flavor compounds, often including yeast extracts, hydrolyzed vegetable proteins, and spices.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add roast chicken type flavor to enhance or impart a savory, roasted chicken taste to foods. It is commonly found in processed poultry products, vegetarian meat alternatives, frozen appetizers, and convenience meals.
Health notes
Roast chicken type flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated flavorings, and EFSA has reviewed flavorings. At typical consumption levels, these flavors are not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence regarding the long-term impact of consuming complex flavor mixtures is ongoing.
Allergen info
Depending on its specific components, roast chicken type flavor may contain or be derived from major allergens like soy or wheat (hydrolyzed vegetable protein). Manufacturers must declare these allergens if present. It is not inherently gluten-containing unless wheat derivatives are used.
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The Hillshire Brands Company
Grilled Plant Based Fillets!, Grilled
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
190kcal
13.1Protein
10.7Fat
9.5Carbs