Hormel Chunk Chicken Breast Canned 5 oz x12 — Ready-to-Eat, No Added Salt, 98% Fat Free

Hormel Premium Chunk Chicken Breast in Water is ready-to-eat, fully cooked chicken chunks packed in water with no added salt, ideal for quick meals and high-protein snacks.

Keep your pantry stocked with this 12-pack of 5-ounce cans when you want plain, versatile chicken without extra sodium. Each can contains real, shredded-style chicken breast fully cooked and preserved in water so you can use it straight from the can—no thawing, no cooking, and no complicated prep. Because the product contains no added salt, it’s a neutral base that adapts to bold sauces, delicate dressings, or simple seasonings, making it useful for everyday lunches, emergency supplies, and meal prep.

What makes this Hormel canned chicken a convenient protein source?

This canned chicken is fully cooked and ready to eat, which eliminates time-consuming prep and clean up. It stores at room temperature until opened and offers a straightforward way to add lean protein to recipes or snacks.

• Fully cooked chunks—use straight from the can
• 98% fat free with 9 g protein per serving
• No refrigeration required until opened—good for pantry storage
• Neutral flavor thanks to no added salt—customizable in recipes

How does the no-added-salt formula affect taste and cooking?

Because salt isn’t added, the chicken tastes mild and natural, which helps it pair well with a wide range of seasonings and sauces. You control the seasoning level in the finished dish, whether you want low-sodium preparation or a robustly seasoned entrée.

• Mild, clean chicken flavor that won’t overpower other ingredients
• Ideal for low-sodium diets when you add measured seasonings
• Soaks up dressings, marinades, and sauces quickly for flavor-packed dishes

Which recipes and meals benefit most from this product?

Use this chunk chicken in salads, sandwiches, casseroles, and dips where you need cooked chicken without extra work. It’s particularly useful for quick lunches, campus meals, and layered recipes that call for shredded or chunked chicken breast.

• Chicken salad, sliders, and wraps—mix with mayo or yogurt and herbs
• Dips such as Buffalo or creamy chicken dip—combine with sauces and cheese
• Hearty soups, pasta dishes, and casseroles—add near the end to heat through

How should I store and handle the cans for best quality?

Store unopened cans in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Once opened, transfer any unused chicken to a sealed container and refrigerate; consume within a few days for best freshness.

• Pantry shelf-stable until opened—ideal for stocking and emergencies
• After opening, refrigerate in a sealed container and use within 2–3 days
• Gentle shredding or flaking right in the can reduces mess and cleanup

Who this product is for: This 12-pack of Hormel Premium Chunk Chicken Breast in Water is a practical choice for busy households, college students, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who wants lean, ready-to-eat protein without added salt. It suits cooks who prefer to control seasoning in their dishes, those building a low-sodium pantry, and shoppers looking for shelf-stable ingredients that make weeknight meals faster and simpler.

Ingredients

with Water Ingredients: Chicken Breast with Rib Meat, Water, Contains 2% or less of Modified Food Starch, Sodium Phosphates, Flavoring.