If you’re trying to lose weight, there’s no denying that staying away from fast food is typically your best bet. However, sometimes you’re on the go, in a rush, or just craving some Chick-fil-A. And when that moment strikes, it’s good to know what the healthiest options are. Luckily, there are plenty of better-for-you options on the menu!
Below, we’re rounding up a few of the healthiest Chick-fil-A orders to support weight loss, from grilled chicken nuggets to a nutrient-packed Market Salad. Read on for all of the best options.
1. Grilled Nuggets
Chicken nuggets typically aren't the first thing that comes to mind when we think about healthy foods. After all, fried food can take a toll on your health—but that's why this grilled variety for Chick-fil-A is such a game-changer. Not only can this delicious, high-protein menu item keep you satiated without overloading on calories, but it's also a good option for anyone watching their blood sugar. "Chik fil A's grilled nuggets can be a good entrée option, especially for people with diabetes, since they are lowest in carb with only 1 gram, 25 grams of protein, are low in fat (3 grams), and only half a gram of saturated fat," Toby Smithson, MS, RDN, CDE, registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist told Eat This, Not That!
2. Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Speaking of grilled... if you're craving a delicious Chick-fil-A sandwich but don't want to risk the downsides of fried chicken, the Grilled Chicken Sandwich is a perfect option. The juicy, marinated grilled chicken breast is totally mouthwatering, and it even packs in 28 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber for optimal satiation.
3. Greek Yogurt Parfait with Granola
If you're rolling up to the Chick-fil-A drive-thru for breakfast, don't sleep on the yogurt parfait. Greek yogurt is one of the healthiest breakfast foods out there, thanks to its high protein and low calorie content—not to mention those gut-healthy probiotics! Chick-fil-A's parfait packs in 13 grams of protein. Not bad!
4. Hash Brown Scramble Bowl with Gilled Fillet
Craving potatoes? While this starchy vegetable may get a bad rap in the world of dieting, don't fret: you can still enjoy this breakfast food in moderation. In fact, Chick-fil-A's hash brown scramble bowl can be a healthy meal to treat yourself to on your weight loss journey. When you customize this bowl with grilled chicken, you add 30 grams of protein to your breakfast. That means it's tasty and filling enough to keep you from overeating later in the day. Perfect!
5. Egg White Grill
Here's another fantastic choice for a healthy, delicious breakfast. If sandwiches are your thing, look no further than the Egg White Grill, which packs chicken breast, cheese, and—you guessed it—high-protein egg whites onto an English muffin. Not only is it crave worthy, but it also offers up 26 grams of protein while remaining low in saturated fat.
6. Cool Chicken Wrap
Searching for a lunch option that's fresh, tasty, and great for your body? Chick-fil-A's Cool Chicken Wrap could the answer to your prayers. As dietitian Caroline Thomason, RD CDCES told ETNT, "It feels indulgent when I am on the go or just don't want to cook, and packs a whopping 14 grams of fiber from the multi-grain wrap. Sometimes I order ranch for dipping too!" Just be careful not to go overboard on the ranch, as this condiment can pack a lot of calories into your diet. But in moderation, everything is fine!
7. Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup
When the days get colder and you want something hearty, tasty, and soothing to warm you from the inside out, you can't go wrong with some good old soup. This Chicken Tortilla Soup from Chick-fil-A is not only comforting and delicious, but also adds a substantial amount of nutrients to your meal. Thanks to shredded chicken and protein-packed black beans, you'll get an impressive 23 grams of protein (and 17 grams of fiber!) from one cup. Sign us up!
8. Kale Crunch Salad
We probably don't even have to tell you that leafy greens like kale are among the healthiest superfoods out there for your whole body. So if you're looking to boost the health benefits of your Chick-fil-A order, you should definitely consider adding a Kale Crunch Salad to the mix. Tasty, nutritious ingredients like curly kale, green cabbage, and toasty almonds will nourish your body, while the addition of an Apple Cider Dijon vinaigrette makes it even more delicious.
9. Market Salad with Grilled Chicken
Finally, many experts agree that ordering the Market Salad with Grilled Chicken is just about the healthiest route you can take at Chick-fil-A. Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD told us, "It's a full meal providing 550 calories, 29 grams of protein, and 41 grams of carbs," Andrews raves. And when you opt for less dressing and leave the cheese or granola out of the mix, you can make this meal even healthier. "What I love about it is that it provides lean chicken and a mix of fresh fruits, including blueberries, strawberries, and apples," she says. Those berries, in particular, can do wonders for your body. Yum!
