Jack in the Box • Gluten-Free Guide • Updated June 2026
Gluten-Free Options at Jack in the Box
Quick Answer: Jack in the Box has 8 gluten-free options.
The highest-protein option at Jack in the Box is the Chicken Club Salad with Grilled Chicken with 39g protein (370 cal).
Our top pick for overall nutrition is the Southwest Chicken Salad with Grilled Chicken (350 cal, 35g protein, Nom Score B).
8
Gluten-Free Options
81
Total Analyzed
B
Best Grade
Is Jack in the Box good for gluten-free diets?
Yes, Jack in the Box is a solid choice for gluten-free eating with 8 menu items that meet the criteria.
What's the best gluten-free option at Jack in the Box?
The Southwest Chicken Salad with Grilled Chicken is the best choice with 350 calories, 35g protein, and a Nom Score of B.
What is the highest-protein item at Jack in the Box?
The highest-protein option at Jack in the Box is the Chicken Club Salad with Grilled Chicken with 39g protein (370 cal).
How we ranked these: Based on Nom's analysis of 81 menu items at Jack in the Box,
scored using our proprietary Nom Score algorithm that evaluates sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein
per calorie. Data sourced from official Jack in the Box nutrition information.
B
1
Southwest Chicken Salad with Grilled Chicken
Cal
350
Prot
35g
Sod
1090
Sug
6g
Contains: SoyMilk
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Green Leaf Spring Mix: Green Leaf Lettuce, Mizuna, Tango, Green Oak, Spinach, Green Chard, Arugula, Red Leaf Lettuce, Lolla Rosa, Radicchio, Red Chard, Red Oak. Ingredients May Vary by Season
Grilled Chicken Julienne Strips: Chicken Breast Filets With Rib Meat, Water, Vinegar, Seasoning (Food Starch (Unmodified), Chicken Broth Powder), Sea Salt, Seasoning (Dehydrated Garlic, Onion Powder, Spice, Dehydrated Parsley, Less Than 2% Soybean Oil Added As Processing Aid), Sodium Phosphates, Chicken Flavor (Chicken Broth, Flavor, Salt), Natural Flavor
Fire Roasted Corn & Black Bean Blend: Super Sweet Corn, Black Bean
Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto Color, Potato Starch and Powdered Cellulose ( to prevent caking), Natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor)
Grape Tomatoes: Tomatoes
Tri-Colored Tortilla Strips: Corn Masa Flour, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Safflower And/Or Canola), Salt, Red 40, 1, Blue 2
B
2
Chicken Club Salad with Grilled Chicken
Cal
370
Prot
39g
Sod
1060
Sug
5g
Contains: SoyMilk
View full ingredients
Green Leaf Spring Mix: Green Leaf Lettuce, Mizuna, Tango, Green Oak, Spinach, Green Chard, Arugula, Red Leaf Lettuce, Lolla Rosa, Radicchio, Red Chard, Red Oak. Ingredients May Vary by Season
Grilled Chicken Julienne Strips: Chicken Breast Filets With Rib Meat, Water, Vinegar, Seasoning (Food Starch (Unmodified), Chicken Broth Powder), Sea Salt, Seasoning (Dehydrated Garlic, Onion Powder, Spice, Dehydrated Parsley, Less Than 2% Soybean Oil Added As Processing Aid), Sodium Phosphates, Chicken Flavor (Chicken Broth, Flavor, Salt), Natural Flavor
Bacon Slices: Fully Cooked Bacon Slices, Smoke Flavoring added, Cured with Water, Salt, Sugar, Smoke Flavoring, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite
Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto Color, Potato Starch and Powdered Cellulose ( to prevent caking), Natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor)
Grape Tomatoes: Tomatoes
Matchstick Carrots: Carrots
Top Gluten-Free Picks at Jack in the Box
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
Southwest Chicken Salad with Grilled ChickenNom's Top Pick
Whole food salad. Grilled. Great portion & fiber. Watch the sodium. · Contains: Soy, Milk
Contains: SoyMilk
Green Leaf Spring Mix: Green Leaf Lettuce, Mizuna, Tango, Green Oak, Spinach, Green Chard, Arugula, Red Leaf Lettuce, Lolla Rosa, Radicchio, Red Chard, Red Oak. Ingredients May Vary by Season. Grilled Chicken Julienne Strips: Chicken Breast Filets With Rib Meat, Water, Vinegar, Seasoning (Food Starch (Unmodified), Chicken Broth Powder), Sea Salt, Seasoning (Dehydrated Garlic, Onion Powder, Spice, Dehydrated Parsley, Less Than 2% Soybean Oil Added As Processing Aid), Sodium Phosphates, Chicken Flavor (Chicken Broth, Flavor, Salt), Natural Flavor. Fire Roasted Corn & Black Bean Blend: Super Sweet Corn, Black Bean. Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto Color, Potato Starch and Powdered Cellulose ( to prevent caking), Natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor). Grape Tomatoes: Tomatoes. Tri-Colored Tortilla Strips: Corn Masa Flour, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Safflower And/Or Canola), Salt, Red 40, 1, Blue 2
B
350
35g
27g
1090mg
2
Chicken Club Salad with Grilled Chicken
Whole food salad. Grilled. Great portion & protein. Watch the sodium. · Contains: Soy, Milk
Contains: SoyMilk
Green Leaf Spring Mix: Green Leaf Lettuce, Mizuna, Tango, Green Oak, Spinach, Green Chard, Arugula, Red Leaf Lettuce, Lolla Rosa, Radicchio, Red Chard, Red Oak. Ingredients May Vary by Season. Grilled Chicken Julienne Strips: Chicken Breast Filets With Rib Meat, Water, Vinegar, Seasoning (Food Starch (Unmodified), Chicken Broth Powder), Sea Salt, Seasoning (Dehydrated Garlic, Onion Powder, Spice, Dehydrated Parsley, Less Than 2% Soybean Oil Added As Processing Aid), Sodium Phosphates, Chicken Flavor (Chicken Broth, Flavor, Salt), Natural Flavor. Bacon Slices: Fully Cooked Bacon Slices, Smoke Flavoring added, Cured with Water, Salt, Sugar, Smoke Flavoring, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite. Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto Color, Potato Starch and Powdered Cellulose ( to prevent caking), Natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor). Grape Tomatoes: Tomatoes. Matchstick Carrots: Carrots
B
370
39g
11g
1060mg
3
Mocha Sweet Cream Iced Coffee
Great sodium & portion. Watch the sugar. Light on protein. · Contains: Milk
Contains: Milk
C
190
3g
32g
85mg
4
Milk
Great portion & protein. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber. · Contains: Milk
Contains: Milk
C
110
9g
12g
130mg
5
Vanilla Sweet Cream Iced Coffee
Great sodium & portion. Watch the sat fat & sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Contains: Milk
Contains: Milk
C
180
3g
21g
70mg
6
Vanilla Shake
Great sodium. Watch the sat fat & sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Contains: Milk
Contains: Milk
Shake Mix: Milk, Cane Syrup, Nonfat Milk, Cream, Corn Syrup, Whey, Stabilizer (Propylene Glycol Monoesters, Mono & Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Disodium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Dextrose, Silicon Dioxide to prevent caking), Natural and Artificial Flavor, Annatto for color. Whipped Topping: Cream, Milk, Liquid Sugar, Nonfat Milk, Less than 2% of: Mono- and Diglycerides, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan. PROPELLANT: Nitrous Oxide
D
680
11g
78g
230mg
7
Chocolate Shake
Great sodium. Watch the sat fat & sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Contains: Milk
Contains: Milk
Shake Mix: Milk, Cane Syrup, Nonfat Milk, Cream, Corn Syrup, Whey, Stabilizer (Propylene Glycol Monoesters, Mono & Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Disodium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Dextrose, Silicon Dioxide to prevent caking), Natural and Artificial Flavor, Annatto for color. Chocolate Syrup: High Fructose Corn Syrup, Water, Cocoa Powder Processed with Alkali, Maltodextrin, Sugar, Contains 2% or less of Salt, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Citric Acid, Ethyl Vanillin (Artificial Flavor), Xanthan Gum. Whipped Topping: Cream, Milk, Liquid Sugar, Nonfat Milk, Less than 2% of: Mono- and Diglycerides, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan. PROPELLANT: Nitrous Oxide
D
780
12g
103g
290mg
8
Strawberry Shake
Great sodium. Watch the sat fat & sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Contains: Milk
Contains: Milk
Shake Mix: Milk, Cane Syrup, Nonfat Milk, Cream, Corn Syrup, Whey, Stabilizer (Propylene Glycol Monoesters, Mono & Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Disodium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Dextrose, Silicon Dioxide to prevent caking), Natural and Artificial Flavor, Annatto for color. Strawberry Syrup: High Fructose Corn Syrup, Water, Contains 2% or less of Sugar, Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Red 40. *Does not contain actual strawberry. Whipped Topping: Cream, Milk, Liquid Sugar, Nonfat Milk, Less than 2% of: Mono- and Diglycerides, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan. PROPELLANT: Nitrous Oxide
D
760
11g
97g
240mg
What to Avoid
These items at Jack in the Box don't meet gluten-free criteria:
OREO Cookie Shake
Does not meet criteria
Coca-Cola
Does not meet criteria
Sprite
Does not meet criteria
Fanta Orange
Does not meet criteria
Dr Pepper
Does not meet criteria
Pro Tips: How to Order Gluten-Free at Jack in the Box
Allergen lists flag wheat, but shared fryers and prep surfaces mean cross-contact—ask staff if you have celiac disease
Bunless, protein-style, and "in a bowl" builds skip the most common gluten source
Sauces, seasonings, and breading are hidden gluten—verify before adding
Nutrition data verified. All calorie counts, macros, and nutritional information are sourced directly from Jack in the Box's official published nutrition data. Nom Scores are calculated using our research-backed algorithm aligned with USDA dietary guidelines.
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