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Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by NY Strip Steak + Broccoli + Green Beans. Simple grilled picks and smaller portions are usually the easiest first moves here.

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Sugar Cured Ham + Egg Whites + Turnip Greens

320 cal·41g protein·11g fat
SmallGentleProtein-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 1,670mg sodium.

How to order: Order the sugar cured ham with egg whites and turnip greens.

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

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Grilled Chicken Tenders (Half) + Grits + Turnip Greens

310 cal·36g protein·8g fat
SmallGentleProtein-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 910mg sodium.

How to order: Order the Grilled Chicken Tenders half portion with coarse ground grits and turnip greens as your sides.

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Country Ham + Egg Whites + Grits

320 cal·38g protein·10g fat
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Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 2,540mg sodium.

How to order: Order the country ham with egg whites and coarse ground grits.

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Kids Grilled Chicken Tenders + Broccoli

195 cal·30g protein·4g fat
TinyGentleProtein-forward

How to order: Order the Kids Grilled Chicken Tenders with steamed broccoli as your side.

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Grilled Chicken Tenders (Half) + Broccoli + Green Beans

275 cal·32g protein·10g fat
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Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 670mg sodium.

How to order: Order the Grilled Chicken Tenders half portion with steamed broccoli and country green beans as your sides.

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Smokehouse Grilled Chicken + Broccoli + Green Beans

495 cal·66g protein·15g fat
SmallGentleProtein-forward

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

How to order: Order the Smokehouse Grilled Chicken (2 pieces) with steamed broccoli and country green beans as your sides.

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Grilled Catfish + Broccoli + Green Beans

375 cal·37g protein·20g fat·6g fiber
SmallNot friedProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,040mg sodium.

How to order: Order the Grilled Catfish (2 pieces) with steamed broccoli and country green beans as your sides.

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NY Strip Steak + Broccoli + Green Beans

585 cal·71g protein·24g fat
SmallNausea watchProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 5,210mg sodium.

How to order: Order the New York Strip Steak with steamed broccoli and country green beans as your sides.

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Egg Whites + Bacon + Grits

320 cal·26g protein·17g fat
SmallGentleEasy protein

How to order: Order the egg whites with thick sliced bacon and coarse ground grits.

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