HORMEL COMPLEATS Chicken Breast & Mashed Potatoes With Gravy Microwave Tray, 10 oz (Pack of 6)

I like it. I will buy it again. I rarely eat Hormel Compleats as shelf stable meals in tiny portions don't really do it for me. But I bought these on a whim. I am looking to make a more robust pantry with a wider variety of items that include shelf stable meals like this. For ultra convenience, for emergency, for getting ahead of inflation and shortages. Just want something to eat. Heated is best, but could be consumed at room temp too. I really expected the worst. I know I had one of their concoctions several years back and didnt care for it. But I gave this a go (impulse purchase), and was pleasantly surprised by the rather good taste, an overall good texture. The stuffing is more of a gravy blob, but there are bits of celery or something that add to the texture. I really liked it. The turkey is a compressed patty that will flake apart or stay together depending on how you cut into it (no knife needed, very soft). Similar to canned turkey or chicken. At least is isnt a sponge loaf of unknown origin. I could tell it was turkey. Can't beat the prep time. Just a minute give or take in the microwave. Stack these puppies high in the cupboard and you've got an easy meal anytime. If you have a big appetite like me then I would flesh it out with some noodles, mashed potatoes, rice or something bulky like that. Ooh maybe some toast or a good hunk of bread. Then maybe a vegetable if you have any. But if you are a light eater or someone who simply doesnt eat much yet wants the convenience and the variety (looking at you seniors!) then this is an option. No need to fuss. I imagine perception of taste will vary. I cant say these are the new Holy Grail of shelf stable quick meals. But they have their place in my home and in my belly.

For a MRE / off a shelf meal, I doubt anyone could top this. Hormel is generally reliable for quality meat ingredients and they meet that standard here. The turkey is good quality, stuffing is good and the gravy is excellent. The key to these is even heating in the microwave. Peel back both ends of the film seal about 1/2 inch to vent, then blast on high for 15 seconds, then pause 15 seconds. If you don't have a turntable microwave, then open the door and turn it to a different position manually. Repeat for 2:15 total microwave time, then let it stand for 2-3 minutes.

Good product for the price. The turkey could use more flavor, put some dark meat in there, it tastes much better.

My adult children in college love these! We leave the house little after 6am every morning. Some days we get home really late. It's grab and go meals. They grab and we go. Helps me make sure they have a bite to eat when they are out and not break my bank. Cheaper and more filling than going out for fast food. TASTES GOOD TOO!

It kinda' tastes like turkey and stuffing, the gravy's not bad either. But, there' no real instructions for how to microwave or at what power level. Hope your guess is was good as mine was .

Dressing is not homemade quality but tasty. Turkey is excellent.

I could not wait for Thanksgiving this year I had to have some turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and gravy today! This microwaved meal heats up in about 1 1/2 minutes (1 minute in my microwave was not enough but maybe it will be for you) and then you let it sit for 1 minute before eating. I got some Ocean Spray canned jellied cranberry sauce and I was happy as could be having my own little Thanksgiving meal! You could add in some heated green beans and any other fixings you want like Jell-O salads. I thought the turkey itself had a good firm texture and the gravy was delicious. The stuffing has celery in it so a little bit of crunch too. Overall I'd say I was very satisfied with this meal and it was way quicker than cooking a whole turkey! I did not find this overly salty at all and even added a little of my own seasoning salt - just a small shake of the salt shaker. ~The Rebecca Review

I had high hopes after reading the reviews - but these were nasty. After giving the first one to the dog I heated up a second one. I don't know what y'all have had as far as turkey and dressing - but the dressing is wet like clothes you were pre soaking, the gravy tasted like it was left over from WWII, and the turkey had the consistency of deviled ham. Overall it seemed very much like when you open a cheap can of dogfood. I like some of the Hormel Compleats - but the whole box I bought of these is going to the dog.