Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies

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Campbell's Chunky Classic Chicken Noodle Soup is a hearty, ready-to-eat soup featuring tender white-meat chicken, egg noodles, and sliced carrots in a savory, seasoned chicken broth. It delivers a comforting, familiar flavor with a satisfying, chunky texture that feels more like a meal than a simple broth. Per 100g, it's a low-calorie option (47 kcal) that provides a modest protein boost (3.41g) with minimal fat.
People love it for its nostalgic, savory comfort-food flavor and the satisfying heft of its chunky ingredients, which make it feel substantial. It's a versatile go-to for quick lunches, sick-day meals, or a simple, warming dinner.
The primary caution is its typically high sodium content, which can be a concern for those monitoring blood pressure or fluid retention. To counteract this, pair it with a low-sodium side like steamed vegetables or a piece of fruit, and be mindful of your overall daily salt intake from other meals.
Campbell's first introduced its condensed soup in 1897, revolutionizing home cooking by creating a product that was shelf-stable, affordable, and could be prepared quickly with the addition of water.
| Water | 88.9 g |
| Energy | 47.0 kcal |
| Energy | 196 kj |
| Protein | 3.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.3 g |
| Ash | 0.98 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 5.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.41 g |
| Sucrose | 0.41 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 4.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 11.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.34 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 35.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 90.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 325 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.18 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.03 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.06 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 1.4 mg |
| Carotene, beta | 198 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 20.0 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.41 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 8.0 mg |
Is this soup considered a complete meal?
While it provides protein and carbs, it's low in calories and fat. For a more balanced and filling meal, consider adding a side salad, whole-grain bread, or extra vegetables.
How does the nutrition compare to homemade chicken noodle soup?
Homemade versions often have less sodium and more control over ingredients like vegetable quantity and noodle type, but this canned option offers comparable protein with greater convenience.
Is it suitable for a low-carb diet?
At 5.41g of carbs per 100g, it's relatively moderate. A full can contains about 16.5g of carbs, which may fit into some lower-carb plans, but it's not a zero-carb food.