High Protein Options at Panera Bread
Quick Answer: Panera Bread has 20 high protein options. The highest-protein option at Panera Bread is the Smoky Buffalo Chicken Melt with 50g protein (830 cal). Top pick overall: the Full Strawberry Poppyseed with Chicken (360 cal, 29g protein, Nom Score A).
Top High Protein Picks at Panera Bread
Of the 20 high protein options at Panera Bread, the Full Strawberry Poppyseed with Chicken rates highest — Nom Score A (89/100), on 360 calories, 29g protein, and 300mg sodium. The Full Bacon Turkey Bravo Sandwich carries the most protein at 45g. Most come from the Breakfast menu (6 of 10). Protein ranges 21–45g across the picks.
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These items at Panera Bread don’t meet high protein criteria:
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Common questions about high protein at Panera Bread
Is Panera Bread good for high protein diets?
Yes — Panera Bread has 20 high protein options, topped by the Full Strawberry Poppyseed with Chicken (Nom Score A).
What’s the best high protein option at Panera Bread?
The Full Strawberry Poppyseed with Chicken is the best choice with 360 calories, 29g protein, and a Nom Score of A.
What is the highest-protein item at Panera Bread?
The highest-protein option at Panera Bread is the Smoky Buffalo Chicken Melt with 50g protein (830 cal).
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