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Chicken Heart
Chicken Heart
Low concern
Chicken heart is a lean, protein- and iron-dense organ meat regulated by USDA FSIS as an amenable poultry product. It is high in cholesterol per gram (~150 mg/100g) but nutrient-dense, providing B12, iron, zinc, and CoQ10.
Found in
7 products
What it is
Cardiac muscle of chickens (Gallus gallus domesticus); a poultry organ meat (offal).
Eaten as poultry organ meat; used in soups, stews, grilled dishes, and pet food.
Why it's flagged
- high cholesterol per serving
- must be cooked to 165°F
What regulators actually say
"Whole poultry and parts should reach a minimum internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C) as measured with a food thermometer."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Regulated as poultry under USDA FSIS oversight, not a food additive
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as a meat product under EU food law
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