Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz: Protein, Calories & Labelgrade B

Labelgrade: B 76 / 100 — Scores reflect strong protein density (23.8g per 100g).

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Protein
86/100
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Sugar
100/100
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Sodium
62/100
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Ingredients
68/100
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Fiber
30/100

Quick Facts

Per serving · 3 oz (84g)

Size 16 oz
UPC 0072745001611
Verified 2026-05-27
100
Calories
20g
Protein 40% DV
1g
Carbs 0% DV
2g
Fat 3% DV
Sugar 0g
Fiber 0g · 0% DV
Saturated fat 0g
Trans fat 0g
Sodium 410mg · 18% DV
Cholesterol 54.6mg
Iron 0.361mg · 2% DV

The short answer

Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz delivers 20 g of protein and 100 calories per 3 oz (84g) (USDA FDC 2616534) — about 23.8 g of protein per 100 g. The Labelgrade is B (76 / 100): Scores reflect strong protein density (23.8g per 100g).

Why this Labelgrade

DimensionGradeScore
Protein densityA-86 / 100
Ingredient qualityC+68 / 100
Sugar loadA+100 / 100
Sodium loadC62 / 100
FiberF30 / 100
OverallB76 / 100

How it compares

We’re still building out this category. For now, the benchmark to keep in mind is plain cooked chicken breast at ~31 g of protein per 100 g. Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz delivers 23.8 g per 100 g.

Whole-food equivalent

One 3 oz (84g) of Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz (20 g protein) equals roughly 65 g of cooked chicken breast (about 2.3 oz).

Scope

This page covers Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz (16 oz), UPC 0072745001611, as represented in USDA Branded Foods FDC 2616534. Perdue sells multiple variants of this product line — other sizes, flavors, or fat levels may have different macros. Manufacturers periodically reformulate; always check the actual package label.

Ingredients (from the USDA Branded Foods entry)

BONELESS SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF VINEGAR, SALT, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MALTODEXTRIN, SPICES, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, SOYBEAN OIL

Nutrition Facts
Nutrient Per Serving (3 oz (84g))
Calories100
Protein20g
Total Fat2g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Total Carbohydrates1g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0g
Sodium410mg
Cholesterol54.6mg
Calcium0mg
Iron0.361mg
Scope: This page applies specifically to Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz (16 oz) · UPC 0072745001611. Other sizes, flavors, or formulations may differ. Manufacturers periodically reformulate — always check the actual product label.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz?

20 grams of protein per 3 oz (84g) (USDA FDC 2616534). Per 100 g of product, that's 23.8 grams.

How many calories per serving?

100 calories per 3 oz (84g).

What's in Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz?

The first ingredients are: BONELESS SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF VINEGAR, SALT, plus additional minor ingredients. Full list is shown in the "Ingredients" section below, sourced verbatim from USDA Branded Foods.

Does Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz have added sugar?

No added sugar is listed in the USDA entry. The 0 g of sugars per serving appear to be naturally-occurring (lactose in dairy products, fruit sugars in fruit-containing products).

How much sodium per serving?

410 mg per 3 oz (84g) — about 18% of the FDA daily limit (2,300 mg).

Is Perdue Short Cuts Grilled Chicken Family Size, 16 oz 'high in protein' under FDA rules?

Yes — 20 g per serving is 40% of the FDA 50 g Daily Value, above the 20% threshold for the 'high in protein' claim.

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Sources

  • USDA · ID 2616534 · accessed 2026-05-27

Last verified: 2026-05-27