Chick-fil-A has a reputation for fast service and friendly staff, and many people consider it a slightly healthier fast food option. But while some items on the menu are better choices than others, a few are loaded with calories, sodium, and saturated fat. If you’re watching your health, here are some of the worst offenders at Chick-fil-A that you might want to limit or avoid altogether.
Chick-fil-A Mac & Cheese
While creamy and comforting, Chick-fil-A’s mac & cheese is a nutritional heavy-hitter in all the wrong ways. A medium order comes with around 450 calories, 29 grams of fat, and nearly 1,200 mg of sodium—which is over half of your daily recommended intake. It’s also made with a blend of cheeses and heavy cream, which pushes the saturated fat content sky-high. For a side dish, it’s shockingly indulgent and can throw off the balance of an otherwise healthy meal.
Chick-fil-A Chicken Deluxe Sandwich
The Chicken Deluxe Sandwich sounds innocent enough, but it clocks in at over 500 calories, with 25 grams of fat and 1,620 mg of sodium. That’s a lot of salt for a single sandwich, and it doesn’t include fries or a drink. The addition of cheese and a buttered bun only adds to the unhealthy profile. While it may be tasty, this sandwich is far from heart-healthy.
Cobb Salad with Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing
A salad might seem like the healthiest choice on any menu—but not always. Chick-fil-A’s Cobb Salad with Avocado Lime Ranch dressing is a calorie bomb in disguise. The salad alone has over 850 calories when topped with fried nuggets and full-fat dressing. Add in nearly 30 grams of fat and a sky-high sodium count, and you might be better off with a grilled sandwich instead.
Cookies & Cream Milkshake
Craving something sweet? Chick-fil-A’s milkshakes are undeniably delicious but dangerously high in sugar and calories. The Cookies & Cream Milkshake has around 630 calories, 26 grams of fat, and over 80 grams of sugar in a single serving. That’s more than double the sugar content most people should have in an entire day. It’s fine as a rare treat, but consuming it regularly could have serious consequences for your waistline and blood sugar levels.
Chick-n-Strips (4-Count)
Chick-n-Strips are a popular option for those who want something crispy and satisfying. However, a 4-count order contains over 500 calories, 30 grams of fat, and a large dose of sodium. When paired with fries and a sugary dipping sauce, this meal can easily pass 1,000 calories. They’re not the worst item on the menu, but they’re certainly far from the best.
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