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Good when you need a lighter order fast and do not want to think past 3-Piece Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders. Simple grilled picks and smaller portions are usually the easiest first moves here.

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3-Piece Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders

260 cal·25g protein·13g fat
SmallGentleEasy proteinSmall 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 770mg sodium.

How to order: Order the 3-piece hand-breaded chicken tenders. Skip the fries and ask for a side of grits if you want something lighter. Good protein-to-calorie ratio.

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

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Original Hot Ham 'N' Cheese

360 cal·21g protein·9g fat·9g sugar
SmallGentleLight protein

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 1,380mg sodium.

How to order: Order the Original Hot Ham 'N' Cheese. Solid protein at 21g with moderate fat. A filling option under 400 calories.

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Original Roast Beef

390 cal·17g protein·5g fat
SmallGentleLight protein

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,210mg sodium.

How to order: Order the Original Roast Beef sandwich. It's the lowest-fat sandwich on the menu with only 5g fat. Skip the mayo-based sauces.

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