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Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Tuscan Chicken. Portions and creamy sauces can get heavy fast, so leftovers and lighter sides help.

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Best first order

Tuscan Chicken

590 cal·81g protein·21g fat
SmallNausea watchProtein-forwardSmall bite

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,560mg sodium.

How to order: Order the Tuscan Chicken as listed in the official nutrition guide.

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Quick notes for choices that may feel heavier.

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  • Portion creep: Keep the order simple and stop at comfortable instead of finishing by default.

Use this as a quick read, not a hard no.

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Grilled Steak Medallions

440 cal·45g protein·19g fat
SmallNot friedProtein-forward

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,320mg sodium.

How to order: Order the Grilled Steak Medallions exactly as listed in the official nutrition guide.

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SkinnyLicious Chicken Soft Tacos

520 cal·32g protein·16g fat·13g fiber·14g sugar
SmallGentleProtein-forward

How to order: Order the SkinnyLicious Chicken Soft Tacos exactly as listed in the official nutrition guide.

Higher fiber

SkinnyLicious Asian Chicken Salad

570 cal·37g protein·25g fat·11g fiber·25g sugar
SmallRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 2,810mg sodium.

How to order: Order the SkinnyLicious Asian Chicken Salad as listed in the official nutrition guide.

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SkinnyLicious Turkey & Avocado Sandwich

550 cal·38g protein·26g fat·10g sugar
SmallRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,650mg sodium.

How to order: Order the SkinnyLicious Turkey & Avocado Sandwich from the official nutrition guide.

Higher fiber

SkinnyLicious Factory Chopped Salad

530 cal·34g protein·29g fat·11g fiber·16g sugar
SmallRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,660mg sodium.

How to order: Order the SkinnyLicious Factory Chopped Salad exactly as listed in the official nutrition guide.

Higher fiber

SkinnyLicious Grilled Salmon

590 cal·45g protein·36g fat·7g fiber·12g sugar
SmallRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Fried items, creamy sauces, and bigger portions can make this feel heavier fast.

How to order: Order the SkinnyLicious Grilled Salmon straight from the official nutrition guide.

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