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High-Protein Orders

These picks center protein first so you can keep meals satisfying without overthinking the menu. We prioritized practical chain orders that usually land at 30g protein or more and still fit a GLP-1 routine focused on steadier energy. Use these when you need reliable defaults that are easy to reorder quickly, and scan each order page for swap notes when appetite is lower than usual.

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Grilled House Zalad with Chicken Sandwich

Zaxby's

1030 cal · 86g protein

This is a bigger, meal-like Zaxby's build for days when a plain salad is not enough and the user wants more protein on the same order.

Double Chicken Burrito Bowl

Chipotle

540 cal · 73g protein

Build a bowl with double chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, tomato salsa, and romaine lettuce. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Double Adobo Chicken Bowl

QDOBA

540 cal · 73g protein

Build a bowl with double grilled adobo chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, and salsa verde. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Grilled Chicken + Kale Quinoa Salad

Outback Steakhouse

710 cal · 68g protein

Enjoy Grilled Chicken on the Barbie with the Kale & Quinoa Salad.

5 Naked Tenders & Side Salad

Buffalo Wild Wings

360 cal · 67g protein

If you need a bigger protein hit, the 5-count naked tenders with a side salad is one of the more controlled large orders.

Ensenada Chicken Platter

Red Robin

440 cal · 66g protein

Order the full Ensenada Chicken Platter when you need a more filling high-protein option. This is protein-dense, but sodium is high.

Grilled Chicken + Garden Salad

Outback Steakhouse

680 cal · 66g protein

Choose Grilled Chicken on the Barbie with the Garden Salad for a balanced plate.

Salmon & Shrimp Duo with Vegetables

Applebee's

600 cal · 65g protein

Combine blackened salmon, a grilled shrimp skewer, and fire-grilled vegetables for a high-protein surf-and-surf plate.

Grilled Chicken Margherita

Olive Garden

650 cal · 65g protein

Order the Grilled Chicken Margherita for the strongest protein total on the current official nutrition PDF, and skip breadsticks.

Classic Wings 10pc (Plain)

Wingstop

710 cal · 62g protein

The 10-piece plain classic wings are the best high-volume wing option when the table wants the straightforward classic format.

Double Blackened Chicken Greens

Sweetgreen

425 cal · 61g protein

Build a bowl with double blackened chicken, shredded kale, and cucumber tomato mix.

Ribeye + Asparagus

Outback Steakhouse

700 cal · 60g protein

Order the 8 oz Ribeye with asparagus and ask for the seasoning packet on the side.

Margarita Chicken & Black Beans

Chili's Grill & Bar

760 cal · 60g protein

This is a caution-heavy option for users who still want the signature margarita chicken but need more fiber and less fried food than other entrees.

Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli

Olive Garden

1715 cal · 60g protein

Chicken Alfredo with broccoli is intentionally tracked as a caution-heavy pasta option because users do still order it.

SuperGreens Bowl with Double Chicken

CAVA

455 cal · 59g protein

Build a bowl with SuperGreens, double grilled chicken, hummus, and pickled onions.

Flores Ribeye + House Salad

Texas Roadhouse

790 cal · 59g protein

Ask for the seasoning packet on the side and pair the 10 oz Ribeye with a house salad.

Traditional Wings & Side Salad

Buffalo Wild Wings

520 cal · 58g protein

Choose plain traditional wings with a side salad and no dressing or creamy dips. This keeps the order more controlled than baskets or burgers.

The Grilled Cobb Zalad

Zaxby's

680 cal · 58g protein

Order the Grilled Cobb Zalad for the highest protein salad on the official guide.

Chicken and Salmon Protein Bowl

Sweetgreen

485 cal · 56g protein

Build a bowl with blackened chicken, roasted salmon, shredded kale, and cucumber tomato mix. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Grilled Salmon + Asparagus

The Cheesecake Factory

655 cal · 56g protein

Ask for the SkinnyLicious Grilled Salmon with asparagus and lemon on the side.

Fried Cobb Zalad

Zaxby's

780 cal · 55g protein

The Fried Cobb Zalad is the richer salad build for users who still want the salad format but want the heavier fried topping.

Traditional Wings (Plain) & Veggies

Buffalo Wild Wings

475 cal · 54g protein

6 Count Traditional Wings (Plain/No Sauce). Side: Raw Carrots & Celery (No ranch/blue cheese). Drink: Sparkling Water.

Avo-Cobb-O Salad

Red Robin

570 cal · 54g protein

Order the Avo-Cobb-O Salad as listed. If you want to keep it lighter, ask for dressing on the side.

Margarita Grilled Chicken (No Rice)

Chili's Grill & Bar

410 cal · 52g protein

Margarita Grilled Chicken. Request glaze on the side or light. Side: Double Steamed Broccoli (instead of rice).

Herb-Grilled Salmon with Broccoli and Salad

Olive Garden

760 cal · 52g protein

Pair the herb-grilled salmon with broccoli and a no-dressing salad to keep the plate more balanced than a pasta entree.

4x4 Protein Style

In-N-Out Burger

920 cal · 52g protein

Order the 4x4 Protein Style if you want the biggest protein-style burger In-N-Out can reasonably handle.

Sirloin & Plain Baked Potato

Red Lobster

530 cal · 51g protein

A plain baked potato keeps the steak plate simpler than buttery sides or biscuits.

Grilled Atlantic Salmon & Broccoli

Red Lobster

700 cal · 51g protein

Choose Grilled Atlantic Salmon with seasoned broccoli and skip the Cheddar Bay Biscuits to keep the meal more GLP-1 friendly.

Lasagna Classico with Salad

Olive Garden

1020 cal · 51g protein

Lasagna and salad is a common Olive Garden order and a good caution-heavy entry in the catalog.

Fan Favorite Bowl

BIBIBOP Asian Grill

1225 cal · 51g protein

Order the Fan Favorite Bowl with chicken, purple rice, sweet potato noodles, roasted sesame broccoli, potatoes, carrots, corn, cheese, and Yum Yum sauce. This is a true two-meal bowl for many GLP-1 users, so eat half now and save the rest for later.

Healthy Turkey with Fruit Cup

First Watch

570 cal · 50g protein

Order Healthy Turkey with a Fresh Fruit Cup when you want the same sandwich but a lighter side than a heavier brunch plate.

Grilled Atlantic Salmon & Asparagus

Red Lobster

610 cal · 50g protein

Grilled Atlantic Salmon. Side: Roasted Asparagus. Pair with water or unsweetened iced tea. Skip the Cheddar Bay Biscuits.

Roasted Chicken + Quinoa & Sparkling Water

The Cheesecake Factory

620 cal · 50g protein

Pair the SkinnyLicious Roasted Chicken half with the quinoa medley and sparkling water.

Ancho Salmon & Asparagus

Chili's Grill & Bar

655 cal · 50g protein

If you want the ancho salmon, asparagus is a better companion than heavier starches, but the glaze still makes this a situational pick.

Ancho Salmon & Broccoli

Chili's Grill & Bar

660 cal · 50g protein

If you want salmon at Chili's, pair Ancho Salmon with steamed broccoli and avoid the default starch-heavy setup when possible.

Half Pound Roast Beef & Side Salad

Arby's

680 cal · 50g protein

Order the half pound roast beef with a side salad only if you want the biggest protein hit and can accept the sodium load.

Sirloin Steak & Eggs

Denny's

770 cal · 50g protein

Choose Sirloin Steak & Eggs when protein is the priority and you are fine with a heavier breakfast plate.

Chicken Strip Basket with Fries

Dairy Queen

1510 cal · 50g protein

The strip basket with fries is the heavy Dairy Queen combo that should rank well below the lighter protein choices.

Chicken Finger Plate (4) with Crinkle Fries

Zaxby's

1520 cal · 50g protein

The 4-finger plate with fries captures the classic Zaxby's high-calorie combo people expect from the chain.

7 oz Sirloin & Roasted Asparagus

Red Lobster

420 cal · 49g protein

Order the 7 oz Sirloin with roasted asparagus for a protein-forward option that avoids pasta and biscuits.

Healthy Turkey

First Watch

480 cal · 49g protein

Order the Healthy Turkey with water, coffee, or unsweetened tea. It is one of the leanest high-protein sandwiches on the official menu.

Grilled House Zalad with Celery and Water

Zaxby's

585 cal · 49g protein

This keeps the grilled salad as the main protein anchor while broadening the catalog with a lighter side and water.

Chicken Tenders 5pc (Plain)

Wingstop

590 cal · 49g protein

Five plain tenders give the catalog a bigger-but-still-plausible protein-heavy chicken option without sauce noise.

Salmon + Asparagus + Sparkling Water

Outback Steakhouse

600 cal · 49g protein

Enjoy grilled salmon with asparagus and sparkling water for a light, refreshing meal.

Chicken Finger Plate (4) with Texas Toast

Zaxby's

1280 cal · 49g protein

The 4-finger plate with Texas toast keeps the brand's main protein format visible without adding fries.

Grilled Chicken Breast + Steamed Broccoli

Texas Roadhouse

340 cal · 48g protein

Pair grilled chicken breast with steamed broccoli for a very lean entree option.

Sirloin and Shrimp Skewer

LongHorn Steakhouse

380 cal · 48g protein

Pair the herb-grilled sirloin with a shrimp skewer and asparagus for a higher-protein steakhouse plate.

Steak Medallions + Broccoli

The Cheesecake Factory

500 cal · 48g protein

Order the SkinnyLicious Grilled Steak Medallions with steamed broccoli. Skip the bread basket.

The Grilled House Zalad

Zaxby's

560 cal · 48g protein

Order the Grilled House Zalad when you want the best balance of protein and calories at Zaxby's.

Turkey Sando and Soup Combo

Mendocino Farms

590 cal · 48g protein

Pair the turkey sandwich with chicken noodle soup for a fuller but still practical lunch combo.

Chicken Queso Bowl with Chip Side

QDOBA

600 cal · 48g protein

This is a caution-heavy but realistic bowl plus chips order when someone wants the treat lane included in the catalog.

Half Pound Roast Beef

Arby's

610 cal · 48g protein

Order the Half Pound Roast Beef only when protein is the main goal; the official sodium total is very high.

Grilled Chicken + Green Beans

Texas Roadhouse

350 cal · 47g protein

Choose grilled chicken with green beans for a clean meal.

Chicken Queso Bowl

QDOBA

460 cal · 47g protein

Build a bowl with grilled adobo chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, and queso.

Grilled Chicken + Sweet Potato

Texas Roadhouse

490 cal · 47g protein

Enjoy grilled chicken with a baked sweet potato for fiber and protein.

Chicken Strip Basket with Side Salad

Dairy Queen

1250 cal · 47g protein

This keeps the strip basket visible for users who want the classic Dairy Queen fried meal but need a salad side in the catalog.

Classic Sirloin & Black Beans

Chili's Grill & Bar

380 cal · 46g protein

Choose the classic sirloin with black beans for a steadier protein-and-fiber plate than fries or loaded mash.

Sirloin + Mashed Potatoes

Texas Roadhouse

550 cal · 46g protein

Grab classic Sirloin with mashed potatoes; skip the gravy.

Green Goddess Cobb Salad with Baguette Side

Panera Bread

690 cal · 46g protein

Order the Green Goddess Cobb Salad with the French Baguette side. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Fried House Zalad with Lemonade

Zaxby's

840 cal · 46g protein

Keep one clearly indulgent salad-and-drink pairing visible so the catalog covers the heavier end of the menu too.

Side Caesar with Grilled Chicken

TGI Fridays

380 cal · 45g protein

Use the side Caesar with grilled chicken when you want a protein-forward small plate that still feels like a real meal.

Grilled Chicken + Applesauce + Iced Tea

Texas Roadhouse

390 cal · 45g protein

Pair grilled chicken with cinnamon applesauce and iced tea for a gentle combo.

Ancho Salmon (Modified)

Chili's Grill & Bar

480 cal · 45g protein

Ancho Salmon. Request Light Glaze. CRITICAL SWAP: Sub standard Rice/Beans for Asparagus and a House Salad (No croutons/No dressing).

Guiltless Sirloin & House Salad

Chili's Grill & Bar

510 cal · 45g protein

Order the Guiltless Sirloin with a plain House Salad instead of fries or loaded sides. Keep dressing on the side.

Chicken Rice and Beans Bowl

QDOBA

550 cal · 45g protein

Build a bowl with grilled adobo chicken, cilantro lime rice, black beans, and fajita veggies. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Herb-Grilled Salmon

Olive Garden

610 cal · 45g protein

Choose the Herb-Grilled Salmon when you want the cleanest protein-first Olive Garden entree on the official nutrition sheet.

Wild Alaska Salmon & Cobb Salad

Denny's

720 cal · 45g protein

Choose the salmon dinner with a Cobb salad if you want a more substantial dinner plate and can tolerate the sodium.

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Brown Rice

Panda Express

720 cal · 45g protein

Order Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Brown Steamed Rice.

Southwest Salad

Red Robin

790 cal · 45g protein

Choose the Southwest Salad only if you want a larger meal and can tolerate more fat and sodium. It works better as a cautious pick than a default GLP-1 order.

Grilled Chicken Breast with Broccoli

TGI Fridays

295 cal · 44g protein

Use the grilled chicken breast with steamed broccoli when you want a lighter grill order that still has good protein.

Grilled Chicken Breast with Steamed Broccoli

TGI Fridays

295 cal · 44g protein

Pair the grilled chicken breast with steamed broccoli for a straightforward lighter plate.

Sirloin + Steamed Broccoli

Texas Roadhouse

380 cal · 44g protein

Pair the 6 oz Sirloin with steamed broccoli for the leanest Roadhouse combo.

Blackened Salmon & Side Caesar

Applebee's

510 cal · 44g protein

Choose blackened salmon with a side Caesar salad and keep dressing off the salad to avoid a much heavier plate.

Chicken Rice and Bean Bowl

Chipotle

550 cal · 44g protein

Build a bowl with chicken, white rice, black beans, tomato salsa, and romaine lettuce. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Grilled Salmon + Brown Rice

Texas Roadhouse

610 cal · 44g protein

Pair grilled salmon with brown rice for protein and whole grains.

Fried House Zalad

Zaxby's

660 cal · 44g protein

The Fried House Zalad is a caution-heavy Zaxby's salad option that still belongs in the catalog because users do order it.

Caesar Salad with Chicken without Croutons

TGI Fridays

720 cal · 44g protein

Order the Caesar Salad with Chicken without croutons if you want one of the clearer protein-forward salad entries on the official salads page.

Caesar Salad with Chicken without Croutons

TGI Fridays

720 cal · 44g protein

This remains a high-protein but caution-heavy option for users who want the salad page without pretending it is a light meal.

Chicken Scampi with Broccoli

Olive Garden

760 cal · 44g protein

Chicken Scampi with broccoli gives the menu a second chicken entree that is still more practical than the heaviest cream pastas.

Bacon Cheeseburger

Five Guys

920 cal · 44g protein

Order the Bacon Cheeseburger when you want the fullest Five Guys burger build.

Blackened Tenders 5pc

Popeyes

280 cal · 43g protein

Pick the Blackened Tenders 5pc if you want the strongest protein total without breading or a sandwich bun.

6 oz. Top Sirloin & Broccoli

Applebee's

350 cal · 43g protein

Order Applebee's 6 oz. Top Sirloin with steamed broccoli and skip heavier sauces or mashed potato sides.

Naked Tenders & Shared Fries

Buffalo Wild Wings

480 cal · 43g protein

This is a caution-heavy fallback if the table wants fries anyway: keep the fries to a few bites and use naked tenders as the protein anchor.

Blackened Cajun Salmon & House Salad

Applebee's

540 cal · 43g protein

Choose Blackened Cajun Salmon with a House Salad and keep dressing light or on the side. This works better than default starch-heavy plates.

Blackened Salmon and Rice Pilaf

Applebee's

570 cal · 43g protein

This is a more traditional salmon plate for users who still want a starch side without moving into the heaviest Applebee's combinations.

Turkey Burger + Kale Citrus Salad

The Cheesecake Factory

770 cal · 43g protein

Select the SkinnyLicious Turkey Burger with the Honey Citrus Kale Salad for a fiber-forward meal.

Signature Club with Texas Toast

Zaxby's

890 cal · 43g protein

The Signature Club with Texas Toast is an intentionally heavier sandwich build for users who still want the indulgent sandwich option in the catalog.

Classic Wings 6pc with Ranch & Fries

Wingstop

1140 cal · 43g protein

This is the caution-heavy Wingstop combo for users who still want the classic wing-and-fries experience in the catalog.

Naked Tenders & Garden Salad

Buffalo Wild Wings

250 cal · 42g protein

3 Count Naked Chicken Tenders. Side: Garden Side Salad (NO DRESSING). Pair with water.

Naked Tenders (Dry Rub) & Salad

Buffalo Wild Wings

255 cal · 42g protein

3 Count Naked Chicken Tenders with Lemon Pepper Dry Rub. Side: Garden Side Salad (NO DRESSING).

Naked Tenders, Salad & Celery

Buffalo Wild Wings

260 cal · 42g protein

Build a lighter Buffalo Wild Wings meal with Naked Tenders, a side salad, and celery. Keep dry rubs and dressings minimal if sodium is an issue.

Grilled Chicken & Garden Salad

Applebee's

340 cal · 42g protein

Grilled Chicken Breast with a side House Salad. Ask for oil and vinegar or lemon instead of creamy dressing. No croutons.

Top Sirloin & Green Beans

Applebee's

340 cal · 42g protein

Build a steak plate with the 6 oz. top sirloin and garlic green beans instead of heavier starch sides.

Grilled Chicken & Tomato Soup Cup

Applebee's

360 cal · 42g protein

Pair grilled chicken breast with a cup of tomato basil soup when you want something warm and straightforward.

Guiltless Sirloin & Asparagus

Chili's Grill & Bar

395 cal · 42g protein

Choose the Guiltless 6 oz Sirloin with asparagus for one of the better lower-carb Chili's restaurant combinations.

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Super Greens

Panda Express

430 cal · 42g protein

Order Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Super Greens.

Hunter's Club Unwich

Jimmy John's

480 cal · 42g protein

Choose the Hunter's Club Unwich when protein is the priority and you can tolerate a very high sodium count.

Victoria's Filet + Garden Salad

Outback Steakhouse

500 cal · 42g protein

Pair the 6 oz Victoria's Filet with a garden salad and dressing on the side.

Lighter Fare: 6 oz. Top Sirloin

Applebee's

540 cal · 42g protein

6 oz. Top Sirloin from the 'Lighter Fare' menu. Request steamed broccoli as the side. If not on Lighter Fare, swap potatoes for extra broccoli.

Seafood Medley Deluxe

Red Lobster

560 cal · 42g protein

Build a medley of steamed lobster tail, shrimp, and broccoli with lemon. Skip buttery sauces and keep biscuits off the table.

Blackened Cajun Salmon Plate

Applebee's

640 cal · 42g protein

Blackened Cajun Salmon. CRITICAL SWAP: Replace mashed potatoes with double steamed broccoli. Pair with water or unsweetened tea.

Grilled Chicken Breast & Broccoli

Applebee's

290 cal · 41g protein

Grilled Chicken Breast with steamed broccoli is one of the cleanest high-protein Applebee's restaurant orders when appetite is low.

Simply Grilled Chicken Salad

Red Robin

310 cal · 41g protein

Choose the Simply Grilled Chicken Salad for one of the leanest high-protein Red Robin meals. Keep dressing light or on the side if needed.

Chicken Light Bowl

QDOBA

340 cal · 41g protein

Build a bowl with grilled adobo chicken, black beans, and fajita veggies.

Chicken Light Bowl

Chipotle

355 cal · 41g protein

Build a bowl with chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, and tomato salsa.

Chicken and Sofritas Bowl

Chipotle

380 cal · 41g protein

Build a bowl with chicken, sofritas, fajita veggies, tomato salsa, and romaine lettuce.

Victoria's Filet + Broccoli

Outback Steakhouse

400 cal · 41g protein

Order the 6 oz Victoria's Filet with steamed broccoli and no butter.

Shrimp Power Platter

Luke's Lobster

480 cal · 41g protein

Stack the platter with grilled shrimp, roasted vegetables, and a lemon wedge for acidity.

Cajun Filet Platter

Bojangles

520 cal · 41g protein

Load the Cajun filet platter with green beans and a side salad to keep the sodium dialed.

Roasted Turkey Platter

Mendocino Farms

520 cal · 41g protein

Pair roasted turkey with seasonal greens and citrus slaw for a hearty meal.

Roasted Turkey Plate

Wawa

520 cal · 41g protein

Combine roasted turkey, quinoa, and greens for a balanced plate.

Gargantuan Unwich

Jimmy John's

730 cal · 41g protein

Choose the Gargantuan Unwich only when you want the biggest possible lettuce-wrapped sandwich and are okay with a very heavy meal.

3x3

In-N-Out Burger

860 cal · 41g protein

Order the 3x3 when you want a big In-N-Out burger that is still a single-menu-item pickup.

3x3 with Diet Lemonade

In-N-Out Burger

885 cal · 41g protein

Pick the 3x3 with diet lemonade when you want a very filling, protein-forward In-N-Out meal that still browses as a single order.

Classic Caesar with Grilled Chicken

Portillo's

430 cal · 40g protein

Order the Classic Caesar with Grilled Chicken for the highest protein from the salad section.

Green Goddess Cobb Salad with Chicken

Panera Bread

510 cal · 40g protein

Order the Green Goddess Cobb Salad with Chicken.

Grilled Fish & Broccoli Medley

Chili's Grill & Bar

530 cal · 40g protein

Build a medley with grilled salmon, seasonal vegetables, and a mini house salad for a balanced sit-down dinner.

Victoria's Filet + Sweet Potato + Sparkling Water

Outback Steakhouse

550 cal · 40g protein

Pair the filet with a baked sweet potato and sparkling water for a satisfying plate.

Guiltless 6 oz. Sirloin with Avocado

Chili's Grill & Bar

360 cal · 39g protein

6 oz. Classic Sirloin with Grilled Avocado from the 'Guiltless Grill' menu. Side: Steamed Broccoli (No butter). Drink: Raspberry Sparkling Water.

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Mixed Vegetables

Panda Express

370 cal · 39g protein

Order Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Mixed Vegetables when you want the cleanest chicken main plus a more varied vegetable side.

Naked Tenders & Fries Share

Buffalo Wild Wings

430 cal · 39g protein

Use the 3-count naked tenders with a half side of fries if the table wants a more realistic shareable plate.

Drive-Thru Lean Combo

Bojangles

515 cal · 39g protein

Pair a grilled chicken sandwich with green beans and unsweet tea for a quick, reliable restart.

Takeaway Veggie Combo

Mendocino Farms

515 cal · 39g protein

Grab the turkey sando, seasonal greens, and lemonade for a ready-to-go meal.

Sheetz Quick Combo

Sheetz

515 cal · 39g protein

Pair a grilled chicken wrap with a side greens cup and unsweet iced tea.

Wawa Quick Combo

Wawa

515 cal · 39g protein

Sub sandwich, side salad, and unsweet tea make a fast balanced meal.

Chicken Soft Tacos + Garden Salad

The Cheesecake Factory

690 cal · 39g protein

Pair the SkinnyLicious Chicken Soft Tacos with the Garden Chopped Salad for extra fiber.

Cobb Salad with Apple Pie

Whataburger

700 cal · 39g protein

The Cobb Salad and apple pie is a real-world combination, but the dessert pushes it into treat territory.

Signature Club Only with Zax Sauce

Zaxby's

720 cal · 39g protein

Order the Signature Club only if you are deliberately choosing a heavier, more indulgent sandwich.

Factory Burger + Roasted Veggies

The Cheesecake Factory

730 cal · 39g protein

Enjoy the SkinnyLicious Factory Burger with the seasonal roasted vegetables.

Chicken Avocado Chop Salad

First Watch

770 cal · 39g protein

Order the Chicken Avocado Chop Salad when you want a large salad and plan to split it across two lighter meals.

Blackened Bacon Cheese Sandwich with Mac and Tea

Popeyes

820 cal · 39g protein

Keep a clearly indulgent sandwich option visible with mac and tea so the catalog covers the heavier end of the menu too.

Naked Tenders, Carrots & Celery

Buffalo Wild Wings

205 cal · 38g protein

Order 3 Count Naked Tenders with carrots and celery. Skip fries, ranch, and heavy sauces if you want the leanest B-Dubs option.

Blackened Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Sweetgreen

415 cal · 38g protein

Build a bowl with blackened chicken, quinoa, shredded kale, and cucumber tomato mix. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Sirloin + Mixed Vegetables

Outback Steakhouse

420 cal · 38g protein

Choose the 6 oz Sirloin with mixed vegetables for the leanest steakhouse pick.

Broccoli & Chicken Protein Plate

Wendy's

440 cal · 38g protein

Add broccoli bites to the grilled chicken sandwich for a constip-friendly protein-forward meal.

Lean Trio Plate

Applebee's

470 cal · 38g protein

Combine a small grilled chicken breast with house salad (light dressing) and a side of steamed broccoli for a balanced lean trio.

Premium Nuggets (9)

Arby's

470 cal · 38g protein

Choose the Premium Nuggets (9) when you want a direct high-protein chicken item without a bun.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich Only

Zaxby's

470 cal · 38g protein

Order the Grilled Chicken Sandwich only and skip fries for a cleaner handheld meal.

Double Roast Beef

Arby's

510 cal · 38g protein

Choose the Double Roast Beef when you want substantially more protein than the classic sandwich and are willing to accept the sodium hit.

Chicken Rice Bowl

Bojangles

510 cal · 38g protein

Enjoy the rice bowl with light sauce and extra green beans to stretch the bowl over two sittings.

Steak & Veggie Bowl

LongHorn Steakhouse

510 cal · 38g protein

Split the bowl of sirloin, roasted veggies, and wild rice into two servings for pacing.

Turkey + Lentil Bowl

Mendocino Farms

510 cal · 38g protein

Layer turkey, lentils, and roasted veggies with minimal sauce to keep the bowl light.

Blackened Salmon & Side Caesar

Red Robin

510 cal · 38g protein

Blackened salmon with a side Caesar is a better sit-down fish option than burger-and-bottomless-side defaults.

Chicken Purple Rice Egg Bowl

BIBIBOP Asian Grill

550 cal · 38g protein

Build a bowl with purple rice, chicken, sunny side up egg, carrots, kimchi, and spicy sriracha. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Sirloin with Side Caesar Salad

TGI Fridays

560 cal · 38g protein

Sirloin plus a side Caesar is a more manageable steak meal than the butter-heavy preset plates.

Grilled Chicken Melt with Garden Salad

Whataburger

560 cal · 38g protein

Pair the Grilled Chicken Melt with a side garden salad to keep the plate from skewing entirely toward bread and fries.

Baked Potato with Grilled Chicken

Wendy's

575 cal · 38g protein

Pair a baked potato with grilled chicken for a more filling but still controllable meal.

Power Wrap with Fruit Cup

First Watch

590 cal · 38g protein

Pair the Power Wrap with a Fresh Fruit Cup if you want a fuller breakfast that still feels more controlled than the bigger pancakes-and-sides plates.

3x3 Protein Style

In-N-Out Burger

660 cal · 38g protein

Order the 3x3 Protein Style when you want a big burger flavor without the bun.

Boneless Wings 10pc (Plain)

Wingstop

710 cal · 38g protein

The 10-piece boneless option is a heavier but still reasonable Wingstop build for people who want a bigger breaded portion.

Grilled Nuggets with Chicken Noodle Soup

Chick-fil-A

235 cal · 37g protein

Pair grilled nuggets with chicken noodle soup when you want a warm, smaller meal that still has protein.

Garden Salad & Chicken Filet

Culver's

250 cal · 37g protein

Combine a garden salad with a grilled chicken filet for a lighter custom meal.

Classic Wings 6pc (Plain)

Wingstop

430 cal · 37g protein

Order the Classic Wings 6pc plain if you want the cleanest classic Wingstop wing entry from the official nutrition guide.

Classic Wings 6pc with Lemon Pepper and Corn

Wingstop

455 cal · 37g protein

Classic wings with lemon pepper and corn are a browseable middle-ground option when you want flavor without fries.

Bonafide Breast with Mashed Potatoes

Popeyes

490 cal · 37g protein

Order the Bonafide Breast with mashed potatoes when you want a more complete fried-chicken plate but still want to avoid biscuits and fries.

Power Wrap

First Watch

500 cal · 37g protein

Choose the Power Wrap when you want a straightforward protein-forward brunch option without the richer breakfast sides.

Grilled Scallops + Garden Salad

The Cheesecake Factory

500 cal · 37g protein

Pair the Grilled Sea Scallops with the Garden Chopped Salad for a lean seafood plate.

Boneless Wings & Mac Side

Buffalo Wild Wings

540 cal · 37g protein

This is a caution-heavy comfort option: boneless wings with mac and cheese when the table is clearly in indulgent mode.

Wild Alaska Salmon Dinner

Denny's

540 cal · 37g protein

Pick the Wild Alaska Salmon dinner if you want a direct seafood entree instead of a breakfast-based protein choice.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich & Garden Salad

Portillo's

590 cal · 37g protein

A grilled chicken sandwich plus garden salad is a lighter Portillo's meal that still covers the sandwich craving.

Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger

Jack in the Box

730 cal · 37g protein

Order the Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger when you want a more indulgent burger night option.

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

Panda Express

300 cal · 36g protein

Order Grilled Teriyaki Chicken by itself when you want the leanest high-protein Panda Express option without a starch.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Apple Slices

McDonald's

395 cal · 36g protein

Order the Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Apple Slices.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Bojangles

420 cal · 36g protein

Skip mayo-heavy add-ons and keep the chicken on whole-wheat bread to keep the sandwich lean.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Culver's

420 cal · 36g protein

Order the grilled chicken sandwich and skip mayo-heavy add-ons.

Herb-Grilled Sirloin

LongHorn Steakhouse

420 cal · 36g protein

Choose the skinny sirloin, ask for steamed veggies, and skip the buttery sauce.

Grilled Turkey Sando

Mendocino Farms

420 cal · 36g protein

Hold the garlic aioli and ask for extra greens on the grilled turkey sandwich.

Grilled Chicken Wrap

Sheetz

420 cal · 36g protein

Ask for the wrap without cheese and extra lettuce.

Turkey Hoagie

Wawa

420 cal · 36g protein

Opt for light mayo, plenty of spinach, and skip chips.

Cobb Salad with Grilled Chicken

Whataburger

430 cal · 36g protein

Order the Cobb Salad with Grilled Chicken when you want the most protein from the salad lineup.

Barbacoa Brown Rice Bowl

Chipotle

540 cal · 36g protein

Build a bowl with barbacoa, brown rice, black beans, tomato salsa, and romaine lettuce. If appetite is low, eat half now and save the rest for later.

Sirloin and Lemon Sorbet

LongHorn Steakhouse

550 cal · 36g protein

Use a sirloin with a small sorbet when you want a proper dinner plus a small sweet finish.

Simply Grilled Salmon with Double Lemon-Buttered Broccoli

TGI Fridays

560 cal · 36g protein

Choose the Simply Grilled Salmon with double broccoli when you want a direct seafood entree instead of the larger combo plates.

Grilled Chicken Melt with Small Fries

Whataburger

660 cal · 36g protein

A small fries side makes the grilled chicken melt a more complete but more caution-heavy meal.

Chicken Sandwich with Veggie Sticks

Wingstop

675 cal · 36g protein

The sandwich plus veggie sticks is a better cataloged choice than sandwich plus fries for lower appetite days.

Bonafide Chicken Breast

Popeyes

380 cal · 35g protein

Order the Bonafide Chicken Breast if you want a single-piece fried chicken option with solid protein and no sandwich bun.

Broiled Chicken Sandwich

Portillo's

390 cal · 35g protein

Order the Broiled Chicken Sandwich and skip fries or a shake.

Chicken and Guacamole Bowl

QDOBA

430 cal · 35g protein

Use grilled chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, pico, and guacamole for a fuller but still controlled bowl.

Greek Salad with Chicken

Portillo's

440 cal · 35g protein

Order the Greek Salad with Chicken when you want a higher-protein salad at Portillo's.

Chicken Rice Bowl

Culver's

470 cal · 35g protein

Get a chicken rice bowl with light sauce and extra lettuce.

Sicilian Chopped Salad & Grilled Chicken

Olive Garden

480 cal · 35g protein

Starter: Sicilian Chopped Salad with dressing on the side. Entree swap: add grilled chicken from the soups and salads section.

Chicken Guac Bowl

Chipotle

490 cal · 35g protein

A chicken bowl with black beans, fajita veggies, salsa, and guacamole gives more satiety without going to chips or queso.

Chicken Sandwich

Wingstop

650 cal · 35g protein

Order the Chicken Sandwich only if you specifically want a sandwich format; it is heavier than the wing and tender entries in the official guide.