Soup, chicken, canned, chunky, ready-to-serve & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 3.6 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 3.6/100g · GI 57.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Response
Nutrition at a Glance
How It Stacks Up in Its Family
For sodium, this one sits in the middle of its Soup family: 354 mg per 100g against a 30-24000 mg per 100g spread. For protein, this one sits in the middle of its Soup family: 5.1 per 100g against a 0.3-16.7 per 100g spread.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Chunky (GL 3.6) and the heaviest is Dry (GL 34.1); this one is low gl. Within this Soup family (27 versions), GL per 100g spans 0.2 to 34.1 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. Closest variants worth comparing: Dry, Low sodium, Dry.
How to Include It
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
💡 Fiber Is Your Friend
Dietary fiber slows carbohydrate absorption. Aim for at least 3g of fiber per serving of carbohydrate foods.
Explore More in Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
🥣 Soup
🟢 Low GL · GL 6.4/100g
🥣 Sauce
🟡 Eat in Moderation · GL 11/100g
🥣 Soup
🟢 Low GL · GL 4.8/100g
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 122g | 8.4g | 4.4 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 245g | 16.9g | 8.8 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 490g | 33.7g | 17.6 | Moderate |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Quick Answers
Is Soup chicken good for diabetes?
Yes, Soup chicken shows a low glycemic load (3.6), which suggests it is a lower-impact option. This is based on published GI data — consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.
Where does Soup chicken sit on the glycemic load scale?
Soup chicken's glycemic load: 3.6 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
How does Soup chicken affect blood sugar?
Blood sugar impact of Soup chicken: Low. The key factors are its GI (57.6) and available carb content (6.3g/100g), which together produce a GL of 3.6.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 57.6 for Soup chicken is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Soups, Sauces, and Gravies category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Where This Data Comes From
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 57.6 — subcategory_avg:Soups, Sauces, and Gravies. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 245.0g) = 3.6 × 245.0 ÷ 100 = 8.8
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 171145. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Soup, chicken, canned, chunky, ready-to-serve — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/soup-chicken-canned-chunky-ready-to-serve/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.