GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Chicken in Jelly
Gourmet Chicken in Jelly scores 1.4/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.4/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food is dominated by low-quality unnamed animal by-products (17% total 'meat and animal by-products') and padded with 'vegetable protein extracts', which are concentrated plant proteins inappropriate for cats. It also contains added sugar, and no protein percentage is provided on the label, making the true nutritional value impossible to assess and unacceptable for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Gourmet Chicken in Jelly scores below the dry food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · June 2026
This analysis is generated from ingredient and compositional data. It is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for health decisions.
Score breakdown
HOW IT COMPARES
Gourmet Chicken in Jelly vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 1.3 points below the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Contains some controversial additives
- Contains added sugars
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Meat and animal by-products (17%
- 02of which 12% chicken)
- 03vegetable protein extracts
- 04fish and fish by-products
- 05minerals
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Contains added sugars
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Meat and animal by-products (17%, of which 12% chicken), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, sugar, vegetable by-products.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Chicken in Jelly good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Chicken in Jelly is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.4 out of 5. This food is dominated by low-quality unnamed animal by-products (17% total 'meat and animal by-products') and padded with 'vegetable protein extracts', which are concentrated plant proteins inappropriate for cats. It also contains added sugar, and no protein percentage is provided on the label, making the true nutritional value impossible to assess and unacceptable for an obligate carnivore.
Is Gourmet Chicken in Jelly grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Chicken in Jelly is grain-free. It does not contain wheat, corn, rice, or other grain ingredients. This can be beneficial for cats with grain sensitivities, though most healthy cats tolerate grains without issues.
How does Gourmet Chicken in Jelly compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Gourmet Chicken in Jelly scores 1.3 points below the average dry food quality score of 2.7. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Gourmet Chicken in Jelly suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Chicken in Jelly is formulated for adult cats. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Gourmet Chicken in Jelly?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Chicken in Jelly are: Meat and animal by-products (17%, of which 12% chicken), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals. The primary ingredient is Meat and animal by-products (17%. The remaining top ingredients are of which 12% chicken), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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