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How to order at Hardee's on a GLP-1

The hand-breaded tenders that top the menu, the hot ham and roast beef sandwiches that fit, the Angus burgers that all run fatty, and the heavy sodium to watch, built from Hardee'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 Hardee's order below is scored the same published way, from the restaurant's own published nutrition.

The move

Order the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, a Hot Ham 'N' Cheese, or an Original or Big Roast Beef for the best protein per calorie, treat every Angus burger (and the Monster Roast Beef) as a lower-fit splurge, and watch the sodium, which runs high across the menu.

Not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hardee's. "Hardee's" 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 Hardee's in their official US nutrition poster (January 8, 2025 edition), per whole published item, at the serving size Hardee's lists in grams. Multi-size items (fries, crispy curls, hash rounds) are listed at each size. Plain beverages and kids meals are not included. The 5-Piece Spicy Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders are omitted because the poster's printed calories for that row are internally inconsistent (a likely typo). The three roast beef fat values are reconstructed from Hardee's published calories, protein and carbs, because the poster's printed fat for them is implausibly low and does not reconcile with its own calories; every other value is stored exactly as Hardee's publishes it. Menus change; verify in the restaurant (updated Nutritional information as of January 8, 2025 (Hardee's published US nutrition poster; dated, pending a freshness re-check)).
The quick take

Hardee's has no charbroiled chicken, so the top-scoring orders are the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders: the 5-piece is 41 g of protein for 440 calories. Among the sandwiches, the good-fit picks are the Hot Ham 'N' Cheese (the Big is 29 g of protein for 450 calories, the Original 17 g for 270) and the Original or Big Roast Beef (300 calories for 17 g, 530 for 29); the Monster Roast Beef is a splurge, not a pick. Every Angus burger is flagged for fat, even as a single, so treat them as a splurge. The traps are the Monster line and the breakfast platters: a Monster Burger is 1,010 calories, the Monster Roast Beef 760 at 2,930 mg of sodium, and the Hardee Breakfast Platters run 970 to 1,090. Sodium is the real watch-out across the whole menu: the hand-breaded chicken sandwiches hit 2,490 to 2,640 mg, Monster Biscuit 2,510, and the Ham Breakfast Platter 2,770, so order the tenders or a lean sandwich, 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 Hardee's published nutrition. Re-sort them by what matters to you today.

5-Piece Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersBest 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.

10-Piece Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersBest fit
82 g protein · 880 cal · 43 g carbs · 43 g fat · 6 g fiber
watch: 2580 mg sodium
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Protein82 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density9.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat44% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber6 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density880 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2580 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.

10-Piece Spicy Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersBest fit
82 g protein · 910 cal · 46 g carbs · 44 g fat · 6 g fiber
watch: 2700 mg sodium
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Protein82 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat43.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber6 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density910 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2700 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.

3-Piece Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersGood 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.

3-Piece Spicy Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersGood fit
25 g protein · 270 cal · 14 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 density9.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat43.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 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
Sodium810 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.

Big Hot Ham 'N' CheeseGood fit
29 g protein · 450 cal · 39 g carbs · 23 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 1930 mg sodium
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Protein29 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density6.4 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 density450 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1930 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.

Original Hot Ham 'N' CheeseGood fit
17 g protein · 270 cal · 32 g carbs · 8 g fat · 1 g fiber
17 g protein · lower fat
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density6.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat26.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 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
Sodium1110 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.

Original Roast BeefGood fit
17 g protein · 300 cal · 31 g carbs · 12 g fat · 1 g fiber
17 g protein · lower fat
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat36% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density300 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1030 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.

Frisco Breakfast SandwichGood fit
27 g protein · 490 cal · 41 g carbs · 24 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 1640 mg sodium
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Protein27 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat44.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 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 moreok
Sodium1640 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 Roast BeefGood fit
29 g protein · 530 cal · 38 g carbs · 29 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 1880 mg sodium
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Protein29 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.5 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
Sodium1880 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.

Hand-Breaded Chicken BiscuitGood fit
30 g protein · 610 cal · 52 g carbs · 31 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 2780 mg sodium
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Protein30 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat45.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density610 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2780 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.

Spicy Hand-Breaded Chicken BiscuitGood fit
30 g protein · 620 cal · 54 g carbs · 31 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: 2810 mg sodium
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Protein30 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 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 moreok
Sodium2810 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.

Pork Chop 'N' Gravy BiscuitGood fit
24 g protein · 600 cal · 56 g carbs · 31 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 1430 mg sodium
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Protein24 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
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 moreok
Sodium1430 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.

Honey Mustard Tender WrapGood fit
14 g protein · 260 cal · 21 g carbs · 14 g fat · 1 g fiber
14 g protein · lower fat
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat48.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 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
Sodium630 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.

Ranch Tender WrapGood fit
14 g protein · 260 cal · 20 g carbs · 14 g fat · 1 g fiber
14 g protein · lower fat
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat48.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 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
Sodium640 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.
Monster Roast BeefLower fit
47 g protein · 760 cal · 40 g carbs · 46 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54.5% of calories), 2930 mg sodium
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Protein47 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat54.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density760 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2930 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 BurgerLower fit
63 g protein · 1010 cal · 40 g carbs · 73 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (65% of calories), 2140 mg sodium
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Protein63 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat65% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1010 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2140 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 Cheeseburger - DoubleLower fit
48 g protein · 790 cal · 40 g carbs · 54 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (61.5% of calories), 1540 mg sodium
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Protein48 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat61.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 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
Sodium1540 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.

Mushroom & Swiss - DoubleLower fit
52 g protein · 860 cal · 41 g carbs · 60 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (62.8% of calories), 1770 mg sodium
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Protein52 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat62.8% 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
Sodium1770 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 Bacon CheeseburgerLower fit
55 g protein · 910 cal · 41 g carbs · 64 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (63.3% of calories), 1620 mg sodium
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Protein55 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat63.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density910 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1620 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.

BLT Hand-Breaded Chicken SandwichLower fit
37 g protein · 640 cal · 50 g carbs · 36 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (50.6% of calories), 2640 mg sodium
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Protein37 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat50.6% 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
Sodium2640 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.

Super StarLower fit
49 g protein · 850 cal · 43 g carbs · 60 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (63.5% of calories), 1590 mg sodium
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Protein49 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat63.5% 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
Sodium1590 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.

Frisco - DoubleLower fit
59 g protein · 1020 cal · 44 g carbs · 69 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60.9% of calories), 1990 mg sodium
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Protein59 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat60.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
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
Sodium1990 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
30 g protein · 560 cal · 48 g carbs · 32 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51.4% of calories), 2490 mg sodium
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Protein30 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat51.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 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 moreok
Sodium2490 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.

Nashville Hot Hand-Breaded Chicken SandwichLower fit
30 g protein · 570 cal · 49 g carbs · 32 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (50.5% of calories), 2530 mg sodium
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Protein30 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat50.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density570 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2530 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.

Mushroom & Swiss - SingleLower fit
31 g protein · 580 cal · 40 g carbs · 38 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (59% of calories), 1280 mg sodium
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Protein31 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat59% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density580 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1280 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.

Bacon CheeseburgerLower fit
34 g protein · 640 cal · 40 g carbs · 43 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60.5% of calories)
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Protein34 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat60.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 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
Sodium1160 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.

Big Cheeseburger - SingleLower fit
27 g protein · 520 cal · 40 g carbs · 33 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (57.1% of calories)
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Protein27 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat57.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 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 moreok
Sodium1080 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.

Sunrise CroissantLower fit
21 g protein · 410 cal · 28 g carbs · 24 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (52.7% of calories)
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Protein21 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat52.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density410 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1100 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.

Frisco - SingleLower fit
38 g protein · 740 cal · 43 g carbs · 48 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.4% of calories), 1500 mg sodium
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Protein38 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density740 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1500 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 StarLower fit
28 g protein · 580 cal · 43 g carbs · 39 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (60.5% of calories)
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Protein28 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat60.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density580 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1130 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.

Monster BiscuitLower fit
37 g protein · 800 cal · 46 g carbs · 52 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.5% of calories), 2510 mg sodium
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Protein37 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density800 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2510 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.

Super Bacon BiscuitLower fit
27 g protein · 600 cal · 45 g carbs · 36 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54% of calories), 1810 mg sodium
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Protein27 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat54% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 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 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.

Homestyle Loaded Breakfast BurritoLower fit
36 g protein · 810 cal · 53 g carbs · 50 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (55.6% of calories), 1800 mg sodium
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Protein36 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat55.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density810 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1800 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.

Jumbo Chili DogLower fit
16 g protein · 400 cal · 24 g carbs · 26 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.5% of calories), 1380 mg sodium
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Protein16 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat58.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density400 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.

Country Ham BiscuitLower fit
16 g protein · 410 cal · 42 g carbs · 21 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1670 mg sodium
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Protein16 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density410 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.

Homestyle Sausage, Egg & Cheese BurritoLower fit
35 g protein · 930 cal · 54 g carbs · 63 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (61% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1740 mg sodium
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Protein35 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat61% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density930 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1740 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 BurritoLower fit
35 g protein · 930 cal · 54 g carbs · 63 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: higher fat (61% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1740 mg sodium
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Protein35 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat61% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density930 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1740 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.

Bacon, Egg & Cheese BiscuitLower fit
19 g protein · 510 cal · 44 g carbs · 28 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1360 mg sodium
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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
Fat49.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
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
Sodium1360 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.

Smoked Sausage, Egg & CheeseLower fit
24 g protein · 710 cal · 46 g carbs · 49 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (62.1% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1910 mg sodium
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Protein24 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat62.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 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
Sodium1910 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.

Super Sausage BiscuitLower fit
30 g protein · 880 cal · 46 g carbs · 64 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (65.5% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 2100 mg sodium
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Protein30 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat65.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density880 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2100 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.

Hardee Breakfast Platter - HamLower fit
33 g protein · 970 cal · 80 g carbs · 56 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (52% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 2770 mg sodium
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Protein33 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat52% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density970 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2770 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.

Loaded Omelet BiscuitLower fit
19 g protein · 590 cal · 44 g carbs · 36 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54.9% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1540 mg sodium
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Protein19 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat54.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density590 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1540 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 BiscuitLower fit
19 g protein · 600 cal · 44 g carbs · 39 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (58.5% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1290 mg sodium
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Protein19 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat58.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 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
Sodium1290 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.

Hardee Breakfast Platter - BaconLower fit
30 g protein · 970 cal · 80 g carbs · 56 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: higher fat (52% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 2240 mg sodium
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Protein30 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat52% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density970 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2240 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.

Hardee Breakfast Platter - SausageLower fit
30 g protein · 1090 cal · 80 g carbs · 70 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: higher fat (57.8% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 2310 mg sodium
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Protein30 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density2.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat57.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density1090 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium2310 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 Tender WrapLower fit
14 g protein · 280 cal · 21 g carbs · 16 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51.4% of calories)
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat51.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density280 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium700 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.

Sausage BiscuitLower fit
13 g protein · 530 cal · 42 g carbs · 34 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (57.7% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1210 mg sodium
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
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 density530 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1210 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.

Country-Fried Steak BiscuitLower fit
14 g protein · 550 cal · 49 g carbs · 33 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1240 mg sodium
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat54% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 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
Sodium1240 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.

GritsLower fit
2 g protein · 100 cal · 17 g carbs · 3 g fat · 0 g fiber
2 g protein · lower fat
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Protein2 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat27% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density100 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
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.

Biscuit 'N' GravyLower fit
10 g protein · 500 cal · 54 g carbs · 27 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1460 mg sodium
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Protein10 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat48.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 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
Sodium1460 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.

Vanilla ShakeLower fit
13 g protein · 700 cal · 83 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 density1.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density700 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.

Plain BiscuitLower fit
6 g protein · 340 cal · 41 g carbs · 16 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein6 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat42.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density340 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium840 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 · 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
Fat45.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 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.

Chocolate ShakeLower fit
13 g protein · 730 cal · 91 g carbs · 36 g fat · 3 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
Fat44.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 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
Sodium280 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.

Crispy Curls (Small)Lower fit
3 g protein · 240 cal · 31 g carbs · 12 g fat · 3 g fiber
3 g protein · lower fat
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density240 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium600 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.

Crispy Curls (Medium)Lower fit
4 g protein · 340 cal · 43 g carbs · 17 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein4 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density340 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium840 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.

Crispy Curls (Large)Lower fit
5 g protein · 410 cal · 51 g carbs · 21 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein5 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density410 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1020 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.

Cinnamon RollLower fit
6 g protein · 520 cal · 89 g carbs · 16 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein6 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat27.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 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
Sodium1050 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.

Apple TurnoverLower fit
3 g protein · 270 cal · 35 g carbs · 13 g fat · 1 g fiber
3 g protein · lower fat
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat43.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 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
Sodium260 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.

Fries (Small)Lower fit
3 g protein · 280 cal · 36 g carbs · 14 g fat · 3 g fiber
3 g protein · lower fat
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat45% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density280 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium560 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.

Fries (Large)Lower fit
5 g protein · 450 cal · 59 g carbs · 22 g fat · 6 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein5 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat44% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber6 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density450 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium910 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.

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.

Hash Rounds (Large)Lower fit
4 g protein · 450 cal · 40 g carbs · 27 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: higher fat (54% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein4 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density0.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat54% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density450 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium560 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 (Small)Lower fit
2 g protein · 240 cal · 22 g carbs · 15 g fat · 2 g fiber
watch: higher fat (56.3% of calories)
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Protein2 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density0.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat56.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 30 gnot scored
Portion density240 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium300 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 Hardee's lists it (a burger, a sandwich, a biscuit, a side, or a shake), at the gram serving size on Hardee's nutrition poster. Tap "Show the math" on any pick to see exactly how its rating was calculated.

3-Piece Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersLower 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.

5-Piece Hand-Breaded Chicken TendersLower 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.

Big Hot Ham 'N' CheeseLower fit
29 g protein · 450 cal · 23 g fat · 1930 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (46% of calories), 1930 mg sodium
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Protein29 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density6.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
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 density450 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1930 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.

Original Roast BeefLower fit
17 g protein · 300 cal · 12 g fat · 1030 mg sodium
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1030 mg sodium
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Protein17 gstrong at 25 g or morebelow 25 g
Protein density5.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat36% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density300 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1030 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.

Big Roast BeefLower fit
29 g protein · 530 cal · 29 g fat · 1880 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (49.2% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1880 mg sodium
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Protein29 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density5.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat49.2% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density530 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1880 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 CheeseburgerLower fit
34 g protein · 640 cal · 43 g fat · 1160 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (60.5% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1160 mg sodium
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Protein34 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density5.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat60.5% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density640 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1160 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.

Big Cheeseburger - SingleLower fit
27 g protein · 520 cal · 33 g fat · 1080 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (57.1% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1080 mg sodium
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Protein27 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density5.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat57.1% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density520 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1080 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.

Famous StarLower fit
28 g protein · 580 cal · 39 g fat · 1130 mg sodium
watch: higher fat (60.5% of calories), energy-dense, low protein, 1130 mg sodium
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Protein28 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat60.5% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedflagged
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugarnot published by the restaurantflag over 17 gnot scored
Portion density580 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1130 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 Hardee's?

The Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders are the top-scoring pick: the 5-piece is 41 g of protein for 440 calories. Among the sandwiches, the leanest fits are the Hot Ham 'N' Cheese (the Big is 29 g of protein for 450 calories) and the roast beef (Original Roast Beef is 300 calories for 17 g, a good fit). Hardee's has no charbroiled chicken, and every Angus burger is flagged for fat.

What's the highest-protein option at Hardee's?

The Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (5 pc) carry 41 g of protein for 440 calories and are the top pick. For a lot of protein the 10-piece reaches 82 g, but at 880 calories and 2,580 mg of sodium. A Big Hot Ham 'N' Cheese is 29 g of protein for 450 calories.

Can I have a Hardee's burger on a GLP-1?

You can, but every one of Hardee's Angus burgers rates a lower fit for fat, even as a single. If you want one, the Big Cheeseburger (Single) is the lightest at 520 calories with 27 g of protein; skip the Monster Burger (1,010) and the Super Star (850). The leaner high-protein move at Hardee's is the chicken tenders, a Hot Ham 'N' Cheese, or an Original or Big Roast Beef.

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

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

Why you can trust this

  • Where the numbers come from. Hardee's official US nutrition poster (JPG), last verified 2026-10-23. We publish the restaurant's own values, except where a published value is internally inconsistent; any correction is disclosed in the source note. Three roast beef fat values (Original, Big, Monster) are reconstructed from Hardee's published calories, protein and carbs; the poster's printed fat for them is internally inconsistent. Every other value is stored exactly as published.
  • 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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