Soup, HEALTHY CHOICE Chicken and Rice Soup, canned
Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
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This is a light, broth-based canned soup featuring tender chicken pieces and soft rice in a savory, mildly seasoned broth. The texture is smooth and comforting, with the rice providing a gentle, starchy backbone. Nutritionally, it stands out for being exceptionally low in calories and fat while offering a decent amount of protein for a canned soup.
Calorie split: 27% protein · 60% carbs · 13% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it as a nostalgic, warming comfort food that's ready in minutes. Its mild, familiar flavor makes it a versatile base for adding extra vegetables or spices, and a staple in pantries for quick lunches or light dinners.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary concern is often high sodium content, common in canned soups, which can be problematic for those monitoring blood pressure. The rice content can also cause a noticeable blood-sugar spike for some individuals. To counteract this, pair it with a side of non-starchy vegetables (like steamed broccoli) or a small salad to add fiber and slow digestion, and always check the label for a low-sodium version.
Key benefits
- Very low in calories (37 kcal per 100g)
- Good source of lean protein (2.53g per 100g)
- Extremely low in fat (0.55g per 100g)
- Contains dietary fiber (0.8g per 100g)
- Quick and convenient meal or ingredient
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The specific 'Healthy Choice' brand was launched in 1990 in direct response to a heart surgeon's letter complaining about the lack of healthy frozen meals, making this soup part of a historically significant product line.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 90.3 g |
| Energy | 37.0 kcal |
| Energy | 156 kj |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.55 g |
| Ash | 0.90 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 5.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.80 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.37 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 15.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.09 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 181 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 334 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.17 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.23 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.13 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 7.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Soup, bean with pork, canned, condensed — USDA does not publish this profile for Soup.
| Tryptophan | 0.06 g |
| Threonine | 0.24 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.48 g |
| Lysine | 0.40 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.33 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.18 g |
| Valine | 0.32 g |
| Arginine | 0.31 g |
| Histidine | 0.15 g |
| Alanine | 0.29 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.66 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.28 g |
| Proline | 0.27 g |
| Serine | 0.29 g |
FAQ
Is this soup considered a complete meal?
On its own, it's a very light meal. For a more balanced and satisfying plate, consider adding a side salad, some whole-grain crackers, or extra vegetables to boost the fiber and nutrient content.
Can I use this as an ingredient in other recipes?
Absolutely. It's an excellent shortcut for casseroles, skillet dishes, or as a flavorful broth base for cooking grains like quinoa or farro.
How does the nutrition compare to homemade chicken and rice soup?
Homemade versions typically have more control over sodium and fat, and you can pack in more vegetables. This canned option is comparable in calories but is more convenient and has a longer shelf life.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.37 kcal/g · 27% calories from protein · 0.8 g fiber · 0.4 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.