Lean Cuisine Herb Roasted Chicken
7.4out of 10
MealFan score Ranked #34 of 119 other frozen we scoredSee the full ranking →
Lean Cuisine

Herb Roasted Chicken

MealFan pickThe highest protein per calorie of the lineup, and certified gluten free
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protein at just 180 cal
18g
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#34of 119 other frozen scored
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The catch

At 180 calories in an 8 oz tray this is the smallest, lightest meal here, so it eats more like a lunch than a full dinner and may leave you hungry. (source)

The honest take

18g protein for only 180 calories, the best protein to calorie ratio of these five meals, and it is certified gluten free and American Heart Association certified. The label reads 18g protein, 180 calories, 17g carbs, 4.5g fat, 2g fiber, 4g sugar, 580mg sodium per 1 package (226g / 8 oz).

Here is the tradeoff. At 180 calories in an 8 oz tray this is the smallest, lightest meal here, so it eats more like a lunch than a full dinner and may leave you hungry. Skip it if you want a meal filling enough to be a full dinner.

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The Lean Cuisine product guide

6 products reviewed
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Nutrition per serving

1 package (226g / 8 oz)

180Calories
18gProtein
17gCarbs
4.5gFat
2gFiber
4gSugar
580mgSodium
high proteingluten freelow calorieheart association certified

Who it's for

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A high protein, low calorie, gluten free lunch.

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You want a meal filling enough to be a full dinner.

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Eric Sornoso, FounderAug 10, 2026
The best protein per calorie pick in the Lean Cuisine lineup, and it is certified gluten free. 18 grams of protein at 180 calories makes a solid lunch. Just know it is a light meal, so I pair it with a side or it will not hold me until dinner.
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Herb Roasted Chicken, Official Lean Cuisine (goodnes.com) · Lean Cuisine Signature Gluten Free Herb Roasted Chicken 8oz, Target. Nutrition is read from the manufacturer label and named sources, never brand marketing.

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