Best canned & packaged chicken according to redditors

What's more incredible than some company deciding this should be a thing is that it probably sells enough for it to still be a thing.

And it's not even cheap.

Indispensable when really you could just say eat fish and chicken and you're gucci. Casein protein (milks, yogurts) are great for keeping yourself protein saturated between major meal breaks (sleeping). Chicken and fish is good for meals. After hitting your protein goal (e.g., .8g/lb which is more than enough) hit your calorie goal with the addition of other macros if you'd like (fat/carbs) and you're good to go.

Assuming you're in good shape and your blood pressure is controlled (most athletes), things like salt are pretty irrelevant. Which is good, since easy forms of chicken (e.g., canned) tend to be high in salt. Unless you're intaking an absurd amount of salt you'll just piss it out with a reasonable water intake anyways. This makes for easy meal preparation since you can allocate canned chicken, combine with rice and flavor enhancer (e.g., sriracha) to do a really good job of controlling your diet.

Edit: Yes, canned chicken is a real thing in the good ole US of A. To me it's better (though more expensive) than cooking a few pounds of chicken every Sunday for the week, but that's a cheaper, equivalent method.

I've made Khao Soi (northern thai coconut curry soup) with Ramen noodles. It was one of the best trail meals I've made

you'll need:

1 package of ramen noodles, throw away the seasoning

1 package of Khao soi seasoning https://www.amazon.com/Lobo-Brand-Thai-Kao-Seasoning/dp/B000ESIDBQ

1 package of coconut milk/cream powder https://www.amazon.com/Coconut-Cream-Powder-Chao-Thai/dp/B0095VQH5M/

1 package of chicken https://www.amazon.com/Chicken-Breast-Protein-Snacks-Pouches/dp/B0025ULWVE/

freeze dried shallots and cilanto (Litehouse brand)

chili flakes

crushed peanuts

dehydrated lime juice (optional) https://www.amazon.com/True-Citrus-Lime-Shaker-2pk/dp/B01F2PKK8E/

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To make:

Crumble a few noodles and reserve, cook the rest in boiling water, pour off a bit of the water and add the chicken, when warm, mix in the Khoi soi seasoning and coconut milk/cream powder, stir to combine. Add freeze dried shallots and cilanto and let them rehydrate, top with crumbled noodle bits, chili flakes to taste and some crushed peanuts, add a touch of dehydrated lime juice. Enjoy.

Same thing happened to me with a whole canned chicken I was saving. I was so freaked out by the mess, I thought it was a poultrygeist.

Meat/Protein/Milk:
[Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 3-Ounce Easy Open Cans (Pack of 24)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012271RA/)

[Starkist Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 5 Ounce (Pack of 10)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001IH8ERA)

[Kirkland Signature chicken breast, packed in water, premium chunk, 6 12.5-ounce cans]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YPJKBC/)

[Hormel Black Label Fully Cooked Bacon - 72 ct]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F54QG1S)

[Nestle Carnation Instant Nonfat Dry Milk, 25.6-Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VITI0K)

Crackers/Snacks:
[Nabisco Original Premium Saltine Crackers Topped with Sea Salt, 3 Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WN7DNS/)

[Pepperidge Farm Baked Goldfish Crackers - 66oz (4.1 lbs)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CBCJGE)

[Nabisco Honey Maid Graham Crackers 4-14.4oz Boxes]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001G4LRDI/)

[Snyders Mini Pretzels Tub, 40 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MZQM6O/)

[Stauffer's Original Animal Crackers - 4lb 14oz tub]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NC8HS6/)

Pasta/Sauce:
[Kraft Blue Box Macaroni & Cheese, 7.25-Ounce Boxes]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019RLJV2/)

[Barilla Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Entree, 9 Ounce Microwavable Bowls (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B2JRNBM)

[Campbell's SpaghettiOs plus Calcium, 15 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GH8IJ8)

[Chef Boyardee Big Beef Ravioli, Overstuffed, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XUJ3RK/)

[Chef Boyardee Mini Ravioli, 15-Ounce Units (Pack of 24)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001BCVDXO)

[Chef Boyardee Jumbo Spaghetti and Meatballs, 14.5-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XUJ47O/)

[Campbell's Raviolios, 15 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GH6X86/)

[Barilla Pasta Sauce Variety Pack, 24 Ounce Jars, 4 Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FQGP20Q/)

[Ragu America's Favorite Pasta Sauce Traditional Old World Style Sause 2 Pound 13 Ounce Value Jars (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CU5UXC)

[Barilla Spaghetti Pasta, 32 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00338DSQ4/)

Soup/Chili:
[Campbell's Chunky Classic Chicken Noodle Soup, 15.25 Ounce Microwavable Bowls (Pack of 8)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000V6L2FK/)
-This product has a drop down that has all the other campbell soups in bulk too, just make sure it still says Prime after you've selected.

[Campbell's Chunky Healthy Request Sirloin Burger with Country Vegetables Soup, 18.8 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0029TJTQG/)

[Campbell's Chunky Creamy Chicken & Dumplings Soup, 18.8 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EW4L4)

[Campbell's Homestyle Healthy Request Mexican-Style Chicken Tortilla Soup, 18.6 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EOVI8/)

[Campbell's Chunky Roadhouse Beef & Bean Chili, 19 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EW4N2)

[Maruchan Ramen Noodle Soup, Chicken Flavor, 3 oz, 36 Packs]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CUGD9Y)

Bread/Tortillas/Stuffing:
[Stove Top Stuffing - (6) 8 oz. pouches]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BL6ZJ4)

[Bisquick All Purpose Mix, 80 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0028B9ZGE)

[Mestemacher Bread Whole Rye, 17.6-Ounce (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00472672C/)

[Mestemacher Bread Three Grain, 17.6-Ounce (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00471YHU2/)

[Jiffy, Corn Muffin Mix, 8.5oz Box (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006NN0J9A)

[Ortega Flour Tortillas, 14.3 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GGVQFC)

[Ortega Tortillas, Whole Wheat, 16 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F9TDJEQ)

Fruit/Veg/Beans:
[Idahoan Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese, 1.5 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D3J98D0)

[Sun Maid Natural California Raisins, 32-Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UKJS68)

[Libby's Organic Cut Green Beans, 14.5-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PUGZ0)

[Libby's Organic Sweet Peas, 15-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040Q0TPQ)

[Libby's Organic Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PWYVO/)

[Libby's Fruit Mix -chunky In Pear juices Concentrate, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PYG9W/)

[Libby's Organic Dark Red Kidney Beans, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040Q0JWO/)

[Libby's Organic Pinto Beans, 15-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PYXXG/)

[Sylvia's Collard Greens, 14.5 Ounce Packages (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002TXF62S/)

[B&G Foods Ortega Black Beans, 15-Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005D6E336/)

[Old El Paso Refried Beans, Fat Free, 16-Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00374W630)

Rice:
[Nishiki Premium Rice, Medium Grain, 15-Pound Bag]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NRLAVY/)

[Botan Musenmai Calrose Rice, 5-Pound Bags (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001SAQDT8/)

[Dynasty Jasmine Rice, 20-Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NRG77Q/)

Breakfast:
[Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Rich Milk Chocolate Powder, 10-Count Envelopes (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037YXQMA)

[Quaker Instant Grits Flavor Variety 50 Pack Variety Value Box]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0027INRDA)

[Golden Grill Russet Hashbrown Potatoes(48 servings)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00470NIOO)

[Quaker Instant Oatmeal Packets Variety Pack, 52-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000O9WEY2/)

[Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Frosted Strawberry, 36-Count Box]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZXCA2U/)

[Kellogg's Pop-tarts Frosted Toaster Pastries, 24-Strawberries & 24-Brown Sugar Cinnamon-, 86 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008QP5LIC/)

[Rice Krispies Toasted Rice Cereal, 18-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E6GL66/)

[Quaker Chewy Granola Bar, Variety Pack, 8-Count (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005ER1AEE)

[Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Oats 'N Honey, 96-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LTM29M)

[Nutri-Grain-Kellogg's Cereal Bars Variety Pack, 48-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LTIDR2)

PB&J:
[Peter Pan Creamy Peanut Butter, 40-Ounce Jars (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00295IGHS)

[Jif Creamy Peanut Butter, 48 Ounce, 2 count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094IN7UE)

[Planters Peanut Butter Crunchy, 28 Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R8L712)

[Planters Natural Creamy Peanut Butter, 26.5 Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DDC3JK)

[Nutella Chocolate Hazelnut Spread 35.3oz Jar]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008IGB0QQ)

[Welch's Concord Grape Jelly 2 ~ 32oz Jars]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004TKZ7A0)

Other Stuff:
[Hormel Compleats Meals - VARIETY FLAVORS (6 - 10 Ounce Microwavable Bowls) - Beef Stew, Meatloaf, Roast Beef, Spaghetti, Chicken Alfredo, Turkey & Dressing]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D5WZUFA)

[Heinz Ketchup, Relish and Mustard Picnic Pack, 3 Bottles]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XLOOCS)

[Heinz Tomato Ketchup Jug, 114 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00112AM2C)

[McCormick Taco Seasoning Mix, 24-Ounce Unit]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003OJ0MU2)

[Tone's Spices Taco Seasoning Traditional Blend for Mexican Dishes - Net Weight 23 oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P00HXA)

Addon items (Free shipping with Prime for orders over $25!)
[Cheerios Cereal, 21 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L1KPV7U/)

[Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal, 21.6 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYW1K26)

[Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal, 23.6 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYW24WQ)

[Raisin Bran Crunch Cereal, 18.2 -Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006W5WAL4)

[Planters Peanuts, Dry Roasted, Lightly Salted (Bonus Pack), 20-Ounce Packages (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JD8Y2HC)

[Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise, 30oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LQTTVY)

[Kraft Mayonnaise, 30-Ounce Jars (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VMW0KC/)

[French's Classic Yellow Squeeze Bottle Mustard 14 oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061EOP0/)

[Heinz Tomato Ketchup, 38 Ounce Bottle]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GFW8C8)

[Planters Creamy Peanut Butter Jar, Natural, 15 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DDC3JK)

[Domino Premium Pure Cane Granulated Sugar 4lb Bag]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LAZ8SO)

[Pillsbury Best All Purpose Flour, 5 Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EOTMA6)

[Morton Iodized Salt 26oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019N87XE)

[Church & Dwight #01110 16oz Arm & Hammer Baking Soda]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B2W09A)

[Morton's Salt, Mccormick Pepper Pack, 5.25-ounce Shakers]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0005YMEFK)

Actually, a couple of the night I had sweet sue chicken breasts, it's basically a tuna pack but with chicken. I thought it was delicious. But there are plenty of spots on the trail (Yosemite, VVR, MTR, Red's, Tuolumne Meadows, other sidetrails) where you can get a 'real' meal. It'll cost an arm and a leg, but worth it.

Welcome to America, where you can buy a canned whole chicken if your heart so desires.

That sounds awful. Almost as bad as a whole chicken in a can.

https://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Sue-Chicken-without-Giblets/dp/B00E3AYVA8/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=whole+canned+chicken&qid=1566354462&s=gateway&sprefix=whole+canned+&sr=8-3

Because who wouldn't want a whole fucking chicken in a can.

Actually you can get both of those things off of Amazon, at least in a fashion - if you don't get any help on a Wal-Mart gift card, you could try this (links below). Items would get to you in a couple of days, and as a bonus, they are shelf-stable, so you don't need refrigeration - handy for this situation!

Milk, prepared

Milk, powdered

Canned chicken (lots of bean varieties are cheaper, though - full list here, see "Proteins" category)

I did a 3 day backpacking trip the last time I did the whole 30, but I actually have a dehydrator so it was easier for me to pack.

You can get some Harmony House dehydrated veggies and maybe mix in some Wild Planet tuna or chicken.

I did use single use almond or cashew butter packets with apples, as well as Epic and Rx Bars. You can even make some of your own bars.

If the weight is allowed, maybe bring a couple of cans of coconut water without any added sugar to replenish electrolytes.

Don't forget this.

I'd switch to buying the Kirkland canned chunk chicken breast instead of tuna. 210 calories per can, mix with mayo and it's just as good as tuna, plus you don't have to worry about mercury, which can be an issue if you eat a lot of tuna.

For snacks, I like buying raw almonds in bulk and roasting them in the oven myself. Very Calorie dense, healthy fats, relatively low carbs (not carb free though). Jerky is great, but like you said, really expensive. You could look into making it in bulk in the oven (or buying a dehydrator if you are super committed).

Chicken in a Can
It's a real thing! Some supermarkets carry them too.

In the states we have little sausages we call "Vienna sausages" (or "cocktail Weiners") they are kinda gross little old-fashioned cocktail snacks. The joke is that they have essentially nothing to do with food that would actually be eaten in Vienna. They are purely American in much the way American "hot dogs" (also called "Wieners", "Frankfurters") have very little to do with the places they are named after.

canned chicken

canned pulled pork

canned roast beef

All very lean, very high in protein, zero carbs (I'm not a zero carb guy, but I keep them relatively low compared to protein) and easy to spice up a little and eat.

You can absolutely use any sort of chicken and chop it up with a food processor or something but I imagine trying to fork a full chicken breast into shredded meat would take a lot of effort and time.

Canned chicken is just a bit easier and cheaper for this dish.

Canned chicken? Must be a US thing, never seen that here in the UK. Tuna, yes. Chicken? No.

A quick search on Amazon shows that I can get 5 cans for £90, or about $120, that's $24 a can!

Here are a few examples:
Chicken: http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-chicken-premium-12-5-ounce/dp/B004YPJKBC/ref=sr_1_1?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=undefined&sr=1-1&keywords=canned+chicken

Tuna: http://www.amazon.com/Bumble-Bee-Chunk-Light-Water/dp/B001UP2188/ref=sr_1_3?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=undefined&sr=1-3&keywords=canned+tuna

Beef: http://www.amazon.com/Keystone-Meats-Natural-Ground-Ounce/dp/B00B59QBBW/ref=sr_1_4?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1408394790&sr=1-4&keywords=canned+beef

Ham: http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Ham-16oz-Can-Pack/dp/B0078PRWQA/ref=sr_1_1?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1408394862&sr=1-1&keywords=canned+ham

https://www.amazon.com/StarKist-Chicken-Creations-Salad-Count/dp/B07BZ4KQ1T

i love finding out the average google user is as bad at spelling as me though

Hey, see if someone you know has a bulk buyer's club card. Sometimes you can find canned chicken breast for cheap. http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-chicken-premium-12-5-ounce/dp/B004YPJKBC

http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00E3AYVA8

Amazon has some canned chicken: http://www.amazon.com/12-5oz-Premium-Chicken-Breast-Kirkland/dp/B00N6XOONC/ They're the big cans, so that's not a horrible price for canned chicken.

Pretty sure you can't just add fresh meat to a Walmart wish list. Only non-perishables, electronics, etc. Someone might be able to order for you, but you'd have to PM them whatever personal info (just name?) that Walmart requires for picking up groceries. Sending a Walmart gift card to you might be better/easier.

https://www.amazon.com/StarKist-Chicken-Creations-Lemon-Pepper/dp/B07BYNTGWR/

(If you wanna try em all-- https://www.amazon.com/Buffalo-Style-Chicken-Ginger-Pepper/dp/B07DCTC14X/ has two pouches of each.)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E3AYVA8/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1/176-9761007-3758402?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_r=0BXBY9TNTHZCD0K1STPD&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=1944687402&pf_rd_i=B00BX31YC6

not the kind I'm used to seeing, but i guess if your lazy and would rather have it shipped then there ya go.

the ones i've seen are all store brand or a not so well known label. and the cans have been a tad more shallow, and wide.

now that i think of it it could be cheaper to just buy a big can of coffee.
the coffee in those cans is generally not worth making anyway.

And this: https://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Sue-Chicken-without-Giblets/dp/B00E3AYVA8/ref=pd_sbs_468_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=QXZ9D2CF2GWXR3XF7VYD

How is that any good?

Ok, screw it. Let's do this.

• 1 15-pound bag of long-grain white rice. This has about 25,000 calories, per USDA data (google white rice nutrition facts) and costs $20.47 on Amazon
  
  
• 2 6-can packs of black beans provide 4,214 additional calories (439 grams per can 12 cans = 5,268 grams / 125 grams per serving = 42.14 servings 100 calories per serving = 4,214 calories). This costs us another $30.58 on Amazon
  
  At this point we probably need some more protein (the beans have a good amount of this) and fats to balance our diet, plus some veggies and other fresh stuff.
  
  
• 4 cans of Keystone chicken. This is minimally processed, and it's about the cheapest I could find. This gives us another 1,761 calories of much-needed protein, but comes at the relatively high cost of $28.32 on Amazon
  
  
• 1 two-pack of Jif creamy peanut butter brings us an additional 16,150 calories (yay, fats) at a reasonable price of $19.99 on Amazon
  
  Right now we're at 47,125 calories for the month, about 13,000 short of our 60,000-calorie-a-month requirement. We've already spent $99.36. We've tried as hard as hell to save money, our diet is technically balanced (though weighted heavily toward cheaper carbs) but is incredibly boring. I'd wager most people would like a little more variety than this. Perhaps you could throw in some cheap oats for breakfast and some cheap fruit and veggies to fill in the blanks. I still don't see how you're getting 60k calories in a balanced diet on just $110 a month.

I would either dehydrate or buy something prepackaged like: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0025ULWVE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1q4UCb311H5Q1

Sweet Sue Chicken Breast, 7-Ounce Pouches (Pack of 12) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0025ULWVE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BGUQAb03BQT8D