Soup, chicken noodle, dry, mix
FDC 171571packet (74 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 13 · +3 vs Soups & sauces medianChicken noodle soup mix earns 13 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band result ranking 26th of 60 in Soups & sauces. As a concentrated dry mix it delivers protein at 31% DV and iron at 14% DV per serving, unusual strength for a soup base, with carbohydrate leading its calorie count at 377 per 100 g in dry form.
The dry mix is meant to be whisked into hot water rather than eaten as is, with a single 74 g packet yielding several bowls of broth once diluted. Its biggest catch is sodium: at 3160 mg per 100 g of dry mix, it is one of the saltier pantry staples, so it is worth balancing with low-sodium sides through the rest of the day.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 377 kcal | 19% |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 3160 mg | 137% |
| Carbohydrate | 62 g | 23% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Sugars | 1.9 g | |
| Protein | 15 g | 31% |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 38 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 8 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.33 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 279 kcal | 14% |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 2338 mg | 102% |
| Carbohydrate | 46 g | 17% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.4 g | 8% |
| Sugars | 1.4 g | |
| Protein | 11 g | 23% |
| Potassium | 226 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 28 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 5.9 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24 mg | 2% |
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FDC 171571Original 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 soups & sauces median
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In the kitchen and how to use it
This is the powdered base for a packet of instant chicken noodle soup, dehydrated noodles, chicken flavoring, dried vegetable flecks and seasoning that only needs boiling water and a few minutes of steeping to turn into a bowl of soup. The dry mix itself is crumbly and starchy before rehydrating; once reconstituted the noodles soften and the seasoning dissolves into a savory, chicken-forward broth. It's a pantry staple for a quick lunch, a base for stretching leftover cooked chicken or vegetables, or a starting point for a more elaborate soup built up with fresh carrots, celery and extra noodles.
Per 100 g of dry mix, well above what's in a single packet, it delivers 377 calories, 15.4 g protein and 62.3 g carbohydrate, along with 3.2 g fiber and 1.9 g sugar, numbers that reflect the concentrated, dehydrated state of the product. A 74 g packet is a genuinely useful source of protein for a dry mix, contributing about 31% of the daily value along with some iron and fiber. Sodium is very high at 3160 mg per 100 g, so keep the packets sealed in a dry pantry and use just one per pot rather than doubling up for a stronger flavor, and skip adding extra salt at the table.
Frequently asked questions about soup, chicken noodle
How many calories are in a packet of chicken noodle soup mix?
The dry mix has 377 calories per 100 g; a 74 g packet scales down from that before water is added.
Is chicken noodle soup mix a good source of protein?
A packet supplies about 31% of the daily value for protein, unusually high for a dry soup mix.
How do you prepare chicken noodle soup mix?
Stir the contents of the packet into boiling water and simmer for a few minutes until the noodles soften.