Chick-fil-A is famous for its chicken sandwiches—original and grilled. Good fast-food grilled chicken is harder to find these days, but Chick-fil-A is one of the experts. For a healthier sandwich option, try their Grilled Chicken Sandwich.
“Chicken is lean protein, and opting for whole-grain bread and minimal toppings keeps the sandwich relatively low in calories and saturated fat,” says Sabat. “It comes in at 390 calories and 12 grams of fat.
Chipotle doesn’t have the exact nutrition information listed for their Balanced Macro Lifestyle Bowl, but when you learn what it’s made of, you’ll see why it’s on the list for healthy fast-food orders.
“The Balanced Macro Bowl at Chipotle is an excellent healthy option when craving a Mexican dish, as this bowl consists of rice, chicken, black beans, fajita vegetables, fresh salsa, guacamole, and extra romaine lettuce,” says Lisa Young, PhD, RDN. “This bowl consists of all the macronutrients, as well as other vitamins and minerals, and the chicken and black beans are great sources of protein. The black beans also contribute to the fiber content of the meal, and the guacamole gives the meal heart-healthy fats.”