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Under 400 Calories

Use this lens when appetite is low and you need lighter defaults without guessing macros. Prioritize lean protein and simple builds that avoid hidden calories.

Nutrition values are best-effort estimates and can vary by location.

3 rules for this topic

  • 1Start with orders at or below 400 calories and at least 20g protein.
  • 2Skip calorie-dense add-ons first: creamy sauces, cheese, and fries.
  • 3Use half portions when appetite drops after the first few bites.

Top picks across restaurants

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Chick-fil-A

Grilled Filet plus 12ct Grilled Nuggets

67g protein · 450 cal · 14g fat

Order a grilled chicken sandwich with no bun and add a 12-count grilled nuggets. Pair with fruit cup.

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Subway

Double Turkey Chopped Salad

48g protein · 350 cal · 10g fat

Protein bowl with double turkey, all non-starchy veggies, vinegar, and mustard. No croutons.

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Chipotle

Chicken Fresh Bowl

44g protein · 470 cal · 17g fat

Bowl with chicken, white rice, black beans, pico de gallo, roasted chili-corn salsa, and extra lettuce.

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Popeyes

5pc Blackened Tenders

43g protein · 280 cal · 11g fat

5 piece blackened tenders (non-breaded) with green beans or red beans and rice (no rice).

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Chick-fil-A

12ct Grilled Nuggets with Side Salad

40g protein · 320 cal · 12g fat

Order 12-count grilled nuggets with side salad and light italian dressing.

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Jersey Mike's

Sub in a Tub: Roast Beef

34g protein · 300 cal · 14g fat

Regular #6 Roast Beef & Provolone as a 'Sub in a Tub' (salad bowl).

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QDOBA

Chicken Mini Bowl

33g protein · 390 cal · 14g fat

Small bowl with chicken, brown rice, fajita veggies, salsa fresca, and lettuce.

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Chipotle

Chicken Kids Build-Your-Own Plate

32g protein · 390 cal · 13g fat

Kids build-your-own with chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, and mild salsa. Skip chips and soda.

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Shake Shack

Chicken Shack (No Bun/Mayo)

31g protein · 380 cal · 22g fat

Chicken Shack, lettuce wrap instead of bun, no herb mayo.

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Starbucks

Egg White Bites plus Turkey Bacon

27g protein · 330 cal · 19g fat

Order egg white and roasted red pepper bites with turkey bacon sandwich, remove top bun.

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Wendy's

Kids Grilled Nugget Style Meal

27g protein · 360 cal · 15g fat

4-piece nuggets, apple bites, water, and add side chili if still hungry.

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Popeyes

3pc Blackened Tenders

26g protein · 170 cal · 7g fat

3 piece blackened tenders (non-breaded) with green beans.

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Jersey Mike's

Sub in a Tub: Turkey

26g protein · 280 cal · 16g fat

Regular #7 Turkey Breast & Provolone as a 'Sub in a Tub' (salad bowl instead of bread). Optional light dressing.

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Panera Bread

Kids Turkey Sandwich and Fruit

26g protein · 380 cal · 13g fat

Kids turkey sandwich on whole grain with fruit cup and water.

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Burger King

Royal Crispy Chicken (No Bun/Mayo)

25g protein · 310 cal · 19g fat

Royal Crispy Chicken, no bun, no mayo, add lettuce and tomato. Request as a lettuce wrap if available.

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Starbucks

Turkey Pesto Panini Half Portion

24g protein · 390 cal · 18g fat

Order turkey pesto panini and eat half with a side of egg white bites.

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Taco Bell

Two Chicken Soft Tacos Fresco

24g protein · 390 cal · 15g fat

Two chicken soft tacos ordered fresco style with extra lettuce.

Best restaurants for this topic

Proceed with caution

  • fried sides
  • large sweet drinks
  • creamy sauces and dressings

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