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Chick-fil-A • High Protein Guide • Updated June 2026

High Protein Options at Chick-fil-A

Quick Answer: Chick-fil-A has 16 high protein options. The highest-protein option at Chick-fil-A is the Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap with 42g protein (350 cal). Top pick overall: the Spicy Southwest Salad with Grilled Nuggets (480 cal, 39g protein, Nom Score A).

16High Protein Options
40Total Analyzed
ABest Grade
See all 16 high protein options at Chick-fil-A
The Nom Score read

The Spicy Southwest Salad with Grilled Nuggets tops Chick-fil-A’s 16 high protein options — Nom Score A (91/100) on 480 calories, 39g protein, and 650mg sodium. The Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap carries the most protein at 42g. The lightest is the Market Salad with Grilled Nuggets, at 280 calories. Most come from the Chicken menu (5 of 10). Protein ranges 21–42g across the picks.

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Watch-outs

What to Avoid

These items at Chick-fil-A don’t meet high protein criteria:

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Small Chocolate Milkshake
only 12g protein (min 20)
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Small Vanilla Milkshake
only 12g protein (min 20)
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Small Strawberry Milkshake
only 12g protein (min 20)
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Small Cookies & Cream Milkshake
only 12g protein (min 20)
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8 piece Chicken Nuggets
family/share size
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order High Protein at Chick-fil-A

The Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap packs 42g protein for 350 calories—the best ratio on the menu
The 12-count Grilled Nuggets give 38g protein for only 200 calories and 2g carbs
The Spicy Southwest Salad with Grilled Nuggets hits 39g protein; add a grilled filet to any item for more
Heading out or stuck without options? Keep high protein snacks on hand  so a high protein choice is always within reach.
FAQ

Common questions about high protein at Chick-fil-A

Is Chick-fil-A good for high protein diets?

Yes — Chick-fil-A has 16 high protein options, topped by the Spicy Southwest Salad with Grilled Nuggets (Nom Score A).

What’s the best high protein option at Chick-fil-A?

The Spicy Southwest Salad with Grilled Nuggets is the best choice with 480 calories, 39g protein, and a Nom Score of A.

What is the highest-protein item at Chick-fil-A?

The highest-protein option at Chick-fil-A is the Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap with 42g protein (350 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from Chick-fil-A’s published nutrition information.

Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from Chick-fil-A’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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