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Sit-down chain where the first obvious move is already clear: Margarita Grilled Chicken (No Rice). Portions and creamy sauces can get heavy fast, so leftovers and lighter sides help.
Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.
How to order: Choose the classic sirloin with black beans for a steadier protein-and-fiber plate than fries or loaded mash.
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Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.
How to order: Choose the Guiltless 6 oz Sirloin with asparagus for one of the better lower-carb Chili's restaurant combinations.
How to order: 6 oz. Classic Sirloin with Grilled Avocado from the 'Guiltless Grill' menu. Side: Steamed Broccoli (No butter). Drink: Raspberry Sparkling Water.
How to order: Use the kids grilled chicken dippers with broccoli when you want a smaller chicken-focused Chili's order.
Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 900mg sodium.
How to order: Shrimp with a plain house salad is a cleaner lighter lunch than the larger grilled chicken and salmon plates.
Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,900mg sodium.
How to order: Margarita Grilled Chicken. Request glaze on the side or light. Side: Double Steamed Broccoli (instead of rice).
Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 870mg sodium.
How to order: A shrimp skewer with broccoli is one of the smallest higher-protein Chili's combinations in the catalog.
Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,650mg sodium.
How to order: Ancho Salmon. Request Light Glaze. CRITICAL SWAP: Sub standard Rice/Beans for Asparagus and a House Salad (No croutons/No dressing).
Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,320mg sodium.
How to order: Build a medley with grilled salmon, seasonal vegetables, and a mini house salad for a balanced sit-down dinner.
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