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Original Chicken Recipe Shreds in Creamy Sauce Wet Cat Food
Simply Nourish

Original Chicken Recipe Shreds in Creamy Sauce Wet Cat Food

Verified Aug 13, 2026

Cat · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a shredded wet chicken recipe in a creamy sauce for adult cats, using chicken and chicken liver as the primary animal proteins. It includes egg and dairy ingredients, plus added vitamins, minerals, taurine, and omega fatty acids to provide complete daily nutrition. The high moisture content can help support overall hydration, especially for cats that don’t drink much water on their own.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.9 out of 10

Strong Choice

This food is a chicken-based shredded wet diet designed for adult cats, with a relatively high moisture content and moderate protein and fat levels for a canned product. It should suit many healthy adult cats who do well on chicken and can be a good way to boost water intake alongside or instead of dry food. The added taurine, controlled magnesium, and inclusion of omega-3 and omega-6 fats are all appropriate for long‑term feeding.

Nutritional profile 8.6
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

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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 chicken liver provide animal-based protein and important amino acids for cats.
  • The high moisture level can help support hydration, which is especially helpful for cats that drink little water.
  • Taurine, vitamins, and minerals are added so it can be fed as a complete everyday diet.
  • Includes omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and flaxseed, which can support skin and coat health.

Considerations

  • This recipe contains chicken, egg, and dairy, so it is not a good choice for cats with known allergies to those ingredients.
  • The protein level is on the moderate side for a wet cat food, so very active or underweight cats may need careful portioning or a higher-protein option.
  • Carbohydrate sources like potato and tapioca starch are present, which some cats with very low-carb needs may not tolerate as well.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, Chicken Broth, Water Sufficient For Processing, Chicken Liver, Dried Egg Product, Potato Starch, Dried Skim Milk, Tapioca Starch, Natural Flavor, Guar Gum, Cranberries, Ground Flaxseed, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Sunflower Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Taurine, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Proteinate, Potassium Iodide, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite), Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Dl-Methionine

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
Water
Water is an essential nutrient and the primary solvent and moisture component in pet foods, especially wet and canned diets, and is also used in processing and to adjust texture and palatability. It is vital for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation and waste removal in dogs and cats; pets must have constant access to clean water as dehydration can quickly lead to serious health issues and requirements increase with activity, heat, or illness, while moisture in wet food can help meet part of their daily needs.
04
Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a highly palatable protein source and flavor enhancer, providing concentrated vitamins (especially vitamin A and B-complex), iron, and copper that support energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, and skin/coat health in both dogs and cats. Because it is so rich, liver should be fed in moderation—excessive intake can cause vitamin A toxicity, and its high fat content and risk of bacterial contamination mean it should be properly sourced or cooked and limited for pets with pancreatitis or specific dietary restrictions.
05
Egg Product
Egg product is used in pet foods as a high-quality, highly digestible animal protein and palatability enhancer, providing complete essential amino acids, fats, vitamins (such as A, D and B12), minerals and choline, and it often serves as a binder or emulsifier when included as whole, dried or concentrated egg. It supplies bioavailable nutrients for dogs and cats but can be a food allergen for some individuals, may be higher in fat depending on yolk content, and should be properly processed (pasteurized or cooked) to reduce microbial risk.

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)
9.50%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
3.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
82.00%
Low High
940
kcal / Kg
80
kcal / Can
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

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

Brand

Simply Nourish is a PetSmart-exclusive, proprietary pet food brand introduced in 2011. It offers dry and wet foods, meal toppers, and treats for dogs and cats. Current ranges include Original, Source, and Limited Ingredient Diet, plus a dog-only Fresh Market frozen line.

Price tier $$$

Manufacturer

Company name PetSmart LLC
Founded 1986
Headquarters Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing oversight

PetSmart does not manufacture Simply Nourish itself; production is handled by third-party suppliers, and the manufacturer and country of production vary by product.

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 Simply Nourish Original Chicken Recipe Shreds in Creamy Sauce Wet Cat Food.

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

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Has Simply Nourish ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Simply Nourish. 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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