Chicken, canned, no broth
FDC 171110oz (85 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 53 · -24 vs Poultry medianCanned chicken with no broth scores 53 of 100, a Fair rating that lands it 53rd of 60 in the Poultry category, well below the group's median of 77. Protein is the dominant strength here, at an excellent 51% DV, within 185 calories per 100 grams.
This is the shelf-stable, pre-cooked chicken used for quick sandwiches, salads, or casseroles when fresh poultry isn't on hand, with an ounce serving a practical starting point. The canning process concentrates sodium, which runs high at 482 mg per 100 g, so it's worth checking against other sodium sources in the same meal. Given its rank well under the category median, raw ground chicken scores notably higher for anyone comparing density among poultry options.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal | 9% |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 482 mg | 21% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 25 g | 51% |
| Potassium | 153 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 19 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 53 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.32 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 157 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.9 g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 410 mg | 18% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.77 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 22 g | 43% |
| Potassium | 130 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 16 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 45 µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.27 mg | 2% |
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FDC 171110Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the poultry median
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More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Canned chicken with no broth is fully cooked chicken meat, typically breast or a mix of light and dark meat, packed in its own juices rather than a liquid broth, so it is drier and more concentrated than broth-packed versions straight out of the can. It is commonly drained and used in chicken salad, mixed into casseroles, folded into quesadillas or tacos, or stirred into soups toward the end of cooking since it is already fully cooked and only needs reheating. Its texture is softer and more shredded than freshly cooked chicken breast, which makes it convenient for recipes that call for shredded chicken without the step of poaching and pulling it apart.
Unopened cans store for a long time in the pantry, while opened chicken should be transferred to a sealed container and refrigerated, used within a few days. At 185 calories per 100 grams it is a lean option, and it delivers 51% of the Daily Value for protein per 100 grams, one of the higher protein concentrations of any canned protein, which makes it a convenient pantry staple to build a quick meal around when fresh chicken isn't on hand. Its sodium content of 482 milligrams per 100 grams is worth noting when using it in already-salted dishes like soups or seasoned casseroles.
Frequently asked questions about chicken, canned
How many calories are in canned chicken with no broth?
Canned chicken with no broth has 185 calories per 100 grams.
Is canned chicken a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides 51% of the Daily Value for protein per 100 grams, one of the higher concentrations among canned proteins.
How is canned chicken typically used?
It is commonly drained and used in chicken salad, casseroles, quesadillas, or stirred into soups since it is already fully cooked.