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How to order at Carl's Jr. on a GLP-1

The chicken that quietly carries the protein, from the lean Charbroiled BBQ to the Hand-Breaded Tenders, the Big Cheeseburger that still fits, and the sodium to watch, built from Carl's Jr.'s own published nutrition and Nishi's GLP-1 scoring lens.

Written for anyone eating on a GLP-1 like Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Wegovy. Every Carl's Jr. order below is scored the same published way, from the restaurant's own published nutrition.

The move

Order the Charbroiled BBQ Chicken Sandwich or the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders for the best protein per calorie, keep the signature burgers (Famous Star, Western Bacon, Guacamole Bacon, Big Carl, El Diablo) to a single, and skip the hand-breaded chicken sandwiches, where the sodium spikes.

Not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Carl's Jr.. "Carl's Jr." is a trademark of its owner, used here only to refer to the restaurant. Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy are trademarks of their respective owners, named only to describe the medicines many readers take. Nishi is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of them. Values as published by Carl's Jr. in their official US nutrition poster (dated April 2, 2026), per whole published item, at the serving size Carl's Jr. lists in grams. Multi-size items (fries, hash rounds) are listed at the Medium size. Plain beverages are not included. Menus change; verify in the restaurant (updated Nutritional information as of April 2, 2026 (Carl's Jr. published US nutrition poster)).
The quick take

Carl's Jr.'s highest-scoring orders are the chicken. The Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (5 pc) pack 41 g of protein into 440 calories, and the Charbroiled BBQ Chicken Sandwich matches that 440 calories at 35 g of protein with just 13 g of fat, the leanest of the sandwiches. The Charbroiled Chicken Club carries the most protein of the sandwiches at 43 g for 690 calories. The traps are the hand-breaded chicken sandwiches, where sodium spikes (the Hand-Breaded Bacon Swiss is 790 calories and 2,830 mg), and the signature burgers, which rate a lower fit for their fat even as singles. The best burger is the Big Cheeseburger (540 calories, 28 g of protein, a good fit), with the Western Bacon Cheeseburger close behind; if you want a signature burger like the Famous Star, order it as a single (680 calories) rather than a Double or Triple, which run 940 to 1,190. Sodium is the real watch-out across the menu: the El Diablo burgers hit 2,070 to 2,680 mg and several breakfast biscuits and burritos clear 1,500 to 2,250, so skip the fries and add water.

The menu, scored

Scored for whole meals, a gentler bar than single ingredients, since a balanced meal is naturally less protein-dense and fat only counts against it once it tops half the calories. Best fit first; re-sort by what matters today, and tap "Show the math" for the exact rule on any card. How we score.
Nishi's picks

Our best-fit orders for ordering on a GLP-1, from Carl's Jr.'s published nutrition. Re-sort them by what matters to you today.

Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (5 pc)Best fit
41 g protein · 440 cal · 21 g carbs · 21 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 1290 mg sodium
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Protein41 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density9.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat43% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density440 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1290 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Best fit. Strong protein (30 g or more) and strong density (7.5 g per 100 kcal or more), with nothing flagged among the values the restaurant publishes. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Charbroiled BBQ Chicken SandwichBest fit
35 g protein · 440 cal · 48 g carbs · 13 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 1310 mg sodium
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Protein35 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat26.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density440 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1310 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Best fit. Strong protein (30 g or more) and strong density (7.5 g per 100 kcal or more), with nothing flagged among the values the restaurant publishes. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (3 pc)Good fit
25 g protein · 260 cal · 13 g carbs · 13 g fat · 2 g fiber
25 g protein · lots of protein for the calories · lower fat
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Protein25 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density9.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density260 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium770 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Steak & Egg BurritoGood fit
33 g protein · 530 cal · 41 g carbs · 26 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 1570 mg sodium
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Protein33 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat44.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density530 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1570 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Charbroiled Chicken Club SandwichGood fit
43 g protein · 690 cal · 45 g carbs · 38 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 1620 mg sodium
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Protein43 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat49.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density690 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1620 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bacon, Egg & Cheese BurritoGood fit
26 g protein · 470 cal · 36 g carbs · 24 g fat · 2 g fiber
26 g protein · lower fat
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Protein26 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat46% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density470 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium760 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Western Bacon Cheeseburger - DoubleGood fit
55 g protein · 1020 cal · 78 g carbs · 55 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1820 mg sodium
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Protein55 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat48.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1020 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1820 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Carl's Jr. El Diablo - TripleGood fit
77 g protein · 1430 cal · 79 g carbs · 78 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 2680 mg sodium
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Protein77 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat49.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1430 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2680 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Big CheeseburgerGood fit
28 g protein · 540 cal · 56 g carbs · 22 g fat · 3 g fiber
28 g protein · lower fat
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Protein28 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat36.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density540 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1150 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

The Breakfast BurgerGood fit
40 g protein · 780 cal · 67 g carbs · 40 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1350 mg sodium
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Protein40 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat46.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density780 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1350 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Grilled Cheese Breakfast Sandwich (Bacon)Good fit
26 g protein · 530 cal · 43 g carbs · 29 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 1290 mg sodium
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Protein26 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat49.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density530 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1290 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Carl's Jr. El Diablo - DoubleGood fit
58 g protein · 1180 cal · 78 g carbs · 59 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 2380 mg sodium
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Protein58 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1180 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2380 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Western Bacon Cheeseburger - SingleGood fit
35 g protein · 770 cal · 77 g carbs · 36 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1490 mg sodium
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Protein35 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat42.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density770 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1490 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Carl's Jr. El Diablo - SingleGood fit
39 g protein · 940 cal · 78 g carbs · 40 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 2070 mg sodium
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Protein39 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat38.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density940 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2070 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chicken Stars (6 pc)Good fit
14 g protein · 270 cal · 19 g carbs · 15 g fat · 3 g fiber
14 g protein · lower fat
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat50% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density270 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium480 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

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Lower fit

Scored a lower fit for a GLP-1 pattern, whether for higher fat, a denser portion, or less protein per calorie. Some carry a lot of protein but enough fat or calories that our rubric still rates them a lower fit, so the number is not the whole story. Each shows the specific reason. For a better fit, see the orders above. How we score.
Western Bacon Cheeseburger - TripleLower fit
74 g protein · 1280 cal · 79 g carbs · 75 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (52.7% of calories), 2150 mg sodium
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Protein74 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat52.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1280 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2150 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

The Big Carl - TripleLower fit
66 g protein · 1180 cal · 57 g carbs · 77 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.7% of calories), 1710 mg sodium
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Protein66 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1180 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1710 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Famous Star with Cheese - TripleLower fit
67 g protein · 1190 cal · 59 g carbs · 77 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.2% of calories), 1930 mg sodium
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Protein67 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1190 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1930 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Charbroiled Santa Fe Chicken SandwichLower fit
38 g protein · 690 cal · 45 g carbs · 40 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (52.2% of calories), 1810 mg sodium
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Protein38 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat52.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density690 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1810 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Guacamole Bacon - TripleLower fit
73 g protein · 1350 cal · 57 g carbs · 93 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (62% of calories), 2070 mg sodium
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Protein73 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat62% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1350 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2070 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Double CheeseburgerLower fit
19 g protein · 370 cal · 34 g carbs · 21 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51.1% of calories)
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Protein19 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat51.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density370 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium750 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hand-Breaded Bacon Swiss Chicken SandwichLower fit
40 g protein · 790 cal · 53 g carbs · 47 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: higher fat (53.5% of calories), 2830 mg sodium
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Protein40 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat53.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density790 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2830 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

The Big Carl - DoubleLower fit
47 g protein · 920 cal · 56 g carbs · 58 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (56.7% of calories), 1380 mg sodium
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Protein47 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat56.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density920 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1380 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Famous Star with Cheese - DoubleLower fit
48 g protein · 940 cal · 60 g carbs · 57 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54.6% of calories), 1600 mg sodium
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Protein48 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat54.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density940 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1600 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Guacamole Bacon - DoubleLower fit
54 g protein · 1100 cal · 56 g carbs · 74 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60.5% of calories), 1760 mg sodium
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Protein54 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat60.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1100 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1760 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hand-Breaded Chicken SandwichLower fit
31 g protein · 660 cal · 50 g carbs · 37 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: higher fat (50.5% of calories), 2610 mg sodium
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Protein31 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat50.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density660 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2610 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Loaded Breakfast BurritoLower fit
39 g protein · 830 cal · 49 g carbs · 53 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (57.5% of calories), 1610 mg sodium
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Protein39 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat57.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density830 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1610 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Big Country Breakfast BurritoLower fit
37 g protein · 860 cal · 54 g carbs · 55 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (57.6% of calories), 1740 mg sodium
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Protein37 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat57.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density860 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1740 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Grilled Cheese Breakfast Sandwich (Sausage)Lower fit
27 g protein · 640 cal · 43 g carbs · 41 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (57.7% of calories), 1530 mg sodium
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Protein27 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat57.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density640 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1530 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

The Big Carl - SingleLower fit
28 g protein · 670 cal · 55 g carbs · 38 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51% of calories)
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Protein28 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat51% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density670 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1050 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Famous Star with Cheese - SingleLower fit
28 g protein · 680 cal · 57 g carbs · 38 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (50.3% of calories), 1270 mg sodium
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Protein28 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat50.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density680 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1270 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Guacamole Bacon - SingleLower fit
34 g protein · 850 cal · 55 g carbs · 56 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (59.3% of calories), 1460 mg sodium
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Protein34 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat59.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density850 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1460 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Monster BiscuitLower fit
32 g protein · 820 cal · 47 g carbs · 56 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (61.5% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 2250 mg sodium
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Protein32 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat61.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density820 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2250 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Jalapeno Double CheeseburgerLower fit
19 g protein · 510 cal · 32 g carbs · 36 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (63.5% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein19 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat63.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density510 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium980 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

California Classic Double CheeseburgerLower fit
19 g protein · 520 cal · 37 g carbs · 36 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (62.3% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein19 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat62.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density520 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium880 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bacon, Egg & Cheese BiscuitLower fit
17 g protein · 510 cal · 43 g carbs · 29 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51.2% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1560 mg sodium
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat51.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density510 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1560 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sausage, Egg & Cheese BiscuitLower fit
19 g protein · 640 cal · 44 g carbs · 42 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (59.1% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1830 mg sodium
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Protein19 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat59.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density640 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1830 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy Chicken SandwichLower fit
14 g protein · 490 cal · 43 g carbs · 29 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (53.3% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1320 mg sodium
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat53.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density490 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1320 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Jalapeno Poppers Bites (6 pc)Lower fit
9 g protein · 370 cal · 40 g carbs · 19 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein9 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density370 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1110 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Jalapeno Poppers Bites (9 pc)Lower fit
13 g protein · 550 cal · 60 g carbs · 28 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1670 mg sodium
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat45.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density550 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1670 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Zucchini StarLower fit
13 g protein · 600 cal · 69 g carbs · 31 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1490 mg sodium
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density600 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1490 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Cookies & Cream ShakeLower fit
14 g protein · 730 cal · 81 g carbs · 40 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat49.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density730 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium320 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chocolate ShakeLower fit
13 g protein · 710 cal · 86 g carbs · 36 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat45.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density710 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium270 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Strawberry ShakeLower fit
13 g protein · 710 cal · 85 g carbs · 36 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat45.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density710 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium220 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Vanilla ShakeLower fit
13 g protein · 720 cal · 87 g carbs · 36 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density720 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium220 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Biscuit 'N' GravyLower fit
8 g protein · 500 cal · 53 g carbs · 27 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1780 mg sodium
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Protein8 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat48.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density500 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1780 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Onion RingsLower fit
9 g protein · 560 cal · 66 g carbs · 30 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein9 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat48.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density560 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium630 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

French Toast Dips (5 pc)Lower fit
9 g protein · 620 cal · 106 g carbs · 19 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein9 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat27.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density620 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium670 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Fried ZucchiniLower fit
4 g protein · 310 cal · 32 g carbs · 19 g fat
watch: higher fat (55.2% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein4 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat55.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fibernot published by the restaurantreward 5+, flag over 30not scored
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density310 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium680 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Waffle FriesLower fit
5 g protein · 380 cal · 36 g carbs · 25 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: higher fat (59.2% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein5 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat59.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density380 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium780 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chocolate CakeLower fit
3 g protein · 290 cal · 46 g carbs · 11 g fat · 1 g fiber
3 g protein · lower fat
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat34.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density290 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium240 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Natural-Cut Fries (Medium)Lower fit
4 g protein · 400 cal · 51 g carbs · 19 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein4 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat42.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density400 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium800 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hash Rounds (Medium)Lower fit
3 g protein · 320 cal · 28 g carbs · 19 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (53.4% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density0.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat53.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density320 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium400 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Best proteins to build around

GLP-1 fit is Nishi's score, not the restaurant's. How we score.

Numbers are for one whole published item as Carl's Jr. lists it (a sandwich, a burger, a burrito, a side, or a shake), at the gram serving size on Carl's Jr.'s nutrition poster. Tap "Show the math" on any pick to see exactly how its rating was calculated.

Charbroiled BBQ Chicken SandwichGood fit
35 g protein · 440 cal · 13 g fat · 1310 mg sodium
watch: 1310 mg sodium
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Protein35 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
Fat26.6% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density440 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1310 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (3 pc)Lower fit
25 g protein · 260 cal · 13 g fat · 770 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (45% of calories)
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Protein25 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density9.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density260 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium770 mginformational over 800 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (5 pc)Lower fit
41 g protein · 440 cal · 21 g fat · 1290 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (43% of calories), 1290 mg sodium
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Protein41 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density9.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
Fat43% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density440 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1290 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Charbroiled Chicken Club SandwichLower fit
43 g protein · 690 cal · 38 g fat · 1620 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (49.6% of calories), 1620 mg sodium
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Protein43 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density6.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
Fat49.6% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density690 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1620 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Charbroiled Santa Fe Chicken SandwichLower fit
38 g protein · 690 cal · 40 g fat · 1810 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (52.2% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1810 mg sodium
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Protein38 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density5.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat52.2% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density690 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1810 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bacon, Egg & Cheese BurritoLower fit
26 g protein · 470 cal · 24 g fat · 760 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (46% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein26 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density5.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat46% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density470 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium760 mginformational over 800 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Big CheeseburgerLower fit
28 g protein · 540 cal · 22 g fat · 1150 mg sodium
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1150 mg sodium
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Protein28 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density5.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat36.7% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density540 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1150 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Double CheeseburgerLower fit
19 g protein · 370 cal · 21 g fat · 750 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (51.1% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein19 gstrong at 25 g or morebelow 25 g
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat51.1% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density370 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium750 mginformational over 800 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Famous Star with Cheese - SingleLower fit
28 g protein · 680 cal · 38 g fat · 1270 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (50.3% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1270 mg sodium
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Protein28 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat50.3% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density680 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1270 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

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Common questions

What's the most GLP-1-friendly order at Carl's Jr.?

The Charbroiled BBQ Chicken Sandwich is the leanest of the sandwiches: 440 calories for 35 g of protein with just 13 g of fat. The Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (5 pc) edge it on protein per calorie (41 g for the same 440 calories). Both beat the hand-breaded chicken sandwiches, where the sodium spikes.

What's the highest-protein option at Carl's Jr.?

The Charbroiled Chicken Club leads the sandwiches at 43 g of protein for 690 calories, and the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (5 pc) carry 41 g for 440 calories. The Charbroiled BBQ Chicken is the leaner pick at 35 g for 440 calories.

Can I have a Carl's Jr. burger on a GLP-1?

Yes. The Big Cheeseburger is the leanest burger that still scores a good fit (540 calories, 28 g of protein), and the Western Bacon Cheeseburger fits too. The signature burgers (Famous Star, Guacamole Bacon, Big Carl, El Diablo) rate a lower fit for their fat even as singles, so keep them to a single if you order one, and skip the El Diablo, which tops 2,000 mg of sodium.

What is the lowest-calorie Carl's Jr. order with at least 15 g of protein?

Among the orders listed in this guide, the lowest-calorie Carl's Jr. order that still reaches at least 15 g of protein is the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (3 pc): about 260 calories and 25 g protein.

Why you can trust this

  • Where the numbers come from. Carl's Jr. official US nutrition poster (JPG), last verified 2026-10-23. We publish only values the restaurant itself publishes.
  • How each score is calculated. Deterministic rules published in full in our methodology (v1.1), with one published bar for single ingredients and one for whole meals. Every row above lists the exact factors behind its label.
  • What the score does and does not consider. See the limitations. It scores one item, not your whole day, and it is not medical advice.
  • How to challenge or correct it. Tell us if a value is stale or a call looks wrong. Corrections are recorded in the methodology version history.

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