Is Ben's Original Ready Rice Chicken Flavored Whole Grain Brown Vegetarian?

No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 2 ingredients that derive from meat or fish and 3 ingredients that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.

Why it's not vegetarian

  • chicken broth
  • chicken fat
  • dextrose
  • lactic acid
  • natural flavors

chicken broth

Dietitian note

This ingredient comes from animals.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Description

Microwaveable chicken-flavored whole-grain brown rice offers savory, mildly seasoned taste with a firm, slightly chewy texture. Shoppers report quick, convenient preparation for weeknight dinners, sides, bowls, and meal prep. Reviews commonly note consistent heat times and ease of use, with occasional comments about seasoning intensity and occasional textural variability reported.

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Ingredients

WATER, PARBOILED LONG GRAIN BROWN RICE; LESS THAN 2% OF: CANOLA OIL†, YEAST EXTRACT, ONION*, SUGAR, CHICKEN FAT†‡, GARLIC*, CHICKEN BROTH*†‡, MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL FLAVORS, SUNFLOWER OIL, LACTIC ACID, CARROT*, SPICES, TURMERIC (COLOR), TURMERIC EXTRACT (COLOR), DEXTROSE. *DRIED.

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What is a Vegetarian diet?

A vegetarian diet eliminates meat, poultry, and fish but typically includes dairy, eggs, and plant-based foods. People adopt it for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. This diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds as key nutrient sources. Vegetarians often get protein from eggs, tofu, beans, and lentils. It can offer health benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease and improved weight management, though attention should be given to nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. With proper planning, a vegetarian diet can be both nutritionally complete and sustainable.

Where to buy

Ben's Original Ready Rice Chicken Flavored Whole Grain Brown is available at 3 retailers

H-E-BHarris TeeterVitacost

About this product

Rice · Pouch

Flavor
SavoryUmamiGarlicky
Texture
FluffySoft
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal PrepLunch