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Classic Pate Chopped Grill Feast Wet Cat Food
Fancy Feast

Classic Pate Chopped Grill Feast Wet Cat Food

Verified Aug 30, 2026

Cat · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a finely ground chicken-based wet food for adult cats, using chicken, meat by-products, and liver as its main animal protein sources. It’s a moderate-protein, moderate-fat formula with added taurine and a full vitamin and mineral premix to support complete and balanced nutrition for adult maintenance. The smooth pate texture works well for most cats, including those that prefer softer foods.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

A well-balanced, classic-style canned food for adult cats that provides appropriate protein and fat levels from chicken, organ meats, and by-products. It’s formulated to meet AAFCO standards for adult maintenance and offers the benefits of a high-moisture diet. This suits healthy adult cats who do well on chicken-based recipes and whose owners are comfortable with a traditional, palatable canned formula that uses meat by-products and added flavors.

Nutritional profile 9.6
Ingredient composition 5.5
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 4 of 4 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Chicken and organ meats (liver, meat by-products) provide animal-based protein and important nutrients like taurine and B vitamins.
  • High moisture content (typical for canned foods) helps support overall hydration, which is especially useful for cats that don’t drink much water.
  • Complete and balanced to AAFCO standards for adult maintenance, so it can be fed as a sole diet for adult cats.
  • Added taurine and a full complement of vitamins and minerals help cover essential feline nutrient needs.

Considerations

  • Contains chicken and liver, which are common allergens for some cats; not ideal if your cat has known poultry sensitivities.
  • Includes artificial and natural flavors, which are safe but may not be preferred by owners looking for very simple or minimally flavored ingredient lists.
  • Protein level is appropriate for most adult cats, but more athletic or underweight cats may benefit from a higher-protein option depending on individual needs.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, chicken broth, meat by-products, liver, artificial and natural flavors, tricalcium phosphate, guar gum, MINERALS [potassium chloride, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide], salt, taurine, choline chloride, VITAMINS [thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 supplement, biotin (Vitamin B-7), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 supplement].

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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02
Chicken Broth
Chicken broth is commonly used in pet foods and toppers as a flavorful liquid base or gravy to improve palatability and add moisture, providing modest amounts of soluble protein, electrolytes and minerals. It can help encourage eating and increase hydration, but owners should choose low‑sodium, onion‑ and garlic‑free formulations (or make homemade broth), since commercial broths may contain excessive salt, seasonings or additives that are unsafe or unsuitable for dogs and cats.
03
Meat By-Product
Meat by-products are rendered animal parts such as organ meats, blood, bone and other tissues used in pet food as a concentrated source of animal protein, fat, vitamins and minerals. They can provide biologically valuable nutrients—especially for cats, which require animal-derived proteins—but composition and quality vary by source so owners seeking specific ingredients or with pet food sensitivities should look for transparency and regulation-compliant sourcing.
04
Liver
Liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat used in pet foods as a high-quality protein source, natural flavor enhancer, and a concentrated supply of vitamins and minerals—particularly vitamin A, B vitamins (including B12 and folate), iron and copper. It offers important micronutrients for both dogs and cats but should be fed in controlled amounts because excessive liver can cause vitamin A (and sometimes copper) toxicity, and raw liver carries food-safety risks unless properly processed.
05
Artificial Flavor
Artificial flavor is a synthesized additive used to enhance the taste and aroma of pet foods to improve palatability, particularly for diets that may be less appealing on their own. It supplies no nutritional value for dogs or cats, can help encourage eating but may mask lower-quality ingredients and occasionally trigger sensitivities in some animals, so pet owners concerned about allergies or ingredient sources should consult their veterinarian or choose foods with limited or natural flavoring.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
10.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
5.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
78.00%
Low High
1159
kcal / Kg
98
kcal / Can
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Pate
Processing method Canned
Food type Wet

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
Fancy Feast Classic Chopped Grill Feast is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance of adult cats.

Brand

Fancy Feast is a premium cat food brand known for its gourmet-style wet foods and variety of textures designed to appeal to feline palates. It targets owners seeking indulgence and variety for their pets.

Price tier $$

Manufacturer

Company name Nestlé Purina PetCare
Parent company Nestlé S.A.
Founded 2001
Headquarters St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Missouri
Manufacturing oversight

Nestlé Purina operates its own manufacturing facilities in the United States and globally with rigorous quality assurance programs. Facilities comply with FDA and USDA standards and implement HACCP-based food safety systems. The company conducts AAFCO feeding trials and employs board-certified veterinary nutritionists.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Fancy Feast Classic Pate Chopped Grill Feast Wet Cat Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Fancy Feast ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Fancy Feast. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.