rotisserie chickens
Coverage of rotisserie chickens in the Nexus archive.
- Consumer Reports ranks best rotisserie chickens: Sam’s Club takes top spot
Consumer Reports tested rotisserie chickens from 10 retailers, ranking Sam’s Club highest for flavor. The study evaluated taste, nutrition, and chemical exposure, finding phthalates in all chickens except ShopRite. Recommendations include limiting consumption to 6 ounces for adults and 2 ounces for children due to phthalate levels, with Costco and Walmart having the highest concentrations.
- Consumer Reports ranks the best store-bought rotisserie chickens
Consumer Reports tested rotisserie chickens from 10 retailers, finding Sams Club ranked highest for flavor. Tests revealed phthalates in most chickens except ShopRite, with Costco and Walmart having the highest levels. The report provides handling and consumption guidelines to minimize chemical exposure and ensure food safety.
- Rotisserie chickens in the trash: I worked in a supermarket and saw shocking food waste every day | Ann Larson
A former supermarket cashier describes how stores overstock shelves with rotisserie chickens to maintain an appetizing appearance, leading to significant food waste as unsold chickens are discarded daily. Workers, including those injured on the job, earn poverty wages while managing this waste.