There’s nothing worse than arriving at Chick-fil-A® before realizing it’s Sunday. Their signature chicken sandwich took the nation by storm in 1964, causing other fast food chains to follow suit with their own version of a crispy chicken sandwich. Fried chicken isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of healthy fast food. However, Chick-fil-A uses all-natural, quality ingredients, making it an excellent choice for post bariatric surgery patients.
Chick-fil-A Bariatric-Friendly Menu
A bariatric-friendly diet consists of about 1,000-1,200 calories daily. Chick-fil-A’s inclusive menu offers many high-protein, healthy-fat choices that leave your taste buds dancing without sacrificing your weight loss goals. Chick-fil-A lists calorie content next to every item on their menu, making it easy to make a wholesome, nutritious decision.
Breakfast
It’s Chick-fil-A’s pleasure to serve you breakfast as early as 6:30 am. They offer a handful of protein-packed breakfast options, leaving you satisfied and ready to take your day head-on.
| Chick-fil-A Menu | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chick-fil-A Chick-n-Mini’s (360 Cal) | 13g | 41g | 20g | 8g |
| Egg White Grill (290 Cal) | 8g | 30g | 26g | 2g |
| Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Muffin (310 Cal) | 14g | 29g | 16g | 2g |
| Greek Yogurt Parfait (270 Cal) | 9g | 36g | 13g | 26g |
| Hash Brown (270 Cal) | 18g | 23g | 3g | 0g |
Lunch/Dinner
Chick-fil-A’s welcoming family environment makes busy nights easier to manage, with options for the whole family. Their low-calorie savory food will fill you up while giving you the essential nutrients you need.
| Chick-fil-A Menu | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich (380 Cal) | 12g | 43g | 28g | 11g |
| Chick-fil-A Nuggets (250 Cal) | 11g | 11g | 27g | 1g |
| Grilled Nuggets (130 Cal) | 3g | 1g | 25g | 1g |
| Chick-fil-A Chick-n-Strips (310 Cal) | 14g | 16g | 29g | 2g |
| Chicken Tortilla Soup (340 Cal) | 10g | 38g | 23g | 4g |
| Chicken Noodle Soup (170 Cal) | 4g | 25g | 10g | 1g |
Sides/Drinks
Chick-fil-A® classic lemonade drink uses simple ingredients: real lemon juice (not from concentrate), cane sugar, and water. Chick-fil-A® classic diet lemonade drink uses the same ingredients but replaces cane sugar with no-calorie sweetener Splenda®.
If you are out and about and need a boost of energy, Chick-fil-A is a great place to grab a quick snack. Their low-calorie Kale Crunch Salad will give you the endurance to get through all your errands.
| Chick-fil-A Menu | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit Cup (60 Cal) | 0g | 15g | 1g | 11g |
| Kale Crunch Side (120 Cal) | 9g | 8g | 3g | 3g |
| Diet Lemonade (50 Cal) | 0g | 14g | 0g | 10g |
| Iced Tea Unsweetened (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Honest Kids Apple Juice (35 Cal) | 0g | 9g | 0g | 8g |
| Hot Coffee (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Iced Coffee (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
Basic Precautions for Chick-fil-A
- Avoid Sugary Condiments/Sauces: It can be tempting to reach for a container of Chick-fil-A sauce, but with a caloric count of 145 Cal, it should be avoided on a bariatric diet. Check out our condiments after bariatric surgery guide to help you find the best and worst sauces for your meals.
- Avoid Cheese: Cheese is a high-fat dairy product that, if removed, can lower the calorie content significantly of most Chick-fil-A food items. Leaving out the cheese lowers your calorie intake and won’t leave you feeling bloated.
- Avoid Sugary Beverages: Sugary drinks can cause dumping syndrome because of their high-sugar content and can add unwanted air into the stomach pouch resulting in gas pain. Treating yourself to a cookies and cream milkshake can seem enticing, but being rich with 630 calories can take you off track.
- Don’t Drink from a Straw: Using a straw will introduce extra air into your new stomach pouch, causing gas pain and discomfort.
- Avoid Overeating: Meals should be no more than 4-6 ounces. Overeating can stretch out your stomach pouch and leave you with digestive issues.
By making simple modifications like this, you can enjoy delicious meals from Chick-fil-A while staying on track with your weight loss goals.
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