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Fast chain with a protein-forward default that still stays practical, led by Grilled Chicken Sandwich Only. Simple grilled picks and smaller portions are usually the easiest first moves here.

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Grilled Chicken Sandwich Only

470 cal·38g protein·20g fat·8g sugar
SmallNot friedProtein-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 1,440mg sodium.

How to order: Choose Grilled Chicken Sandwich Only for a grilled handheld with strong protein.

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  • Spicy or acidic add-ons: Back off the hot sauce, citrus, or tomato-heavy toppings on sensitive days.

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The Grilled House Zalad

560 cal·48g protein·27g fat
SmallRich/heavyProtein-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 1,600mg sodium.

How to order: Choose The Grilled House Zalad for a high-protein salad from the official guide.

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The Grilled Cobb Zalad

680 cal·58g protein·35g fat
Split-friendlyRich/heavyProtein-forward

Best for: Good when you want a real meal and a built-in backup for later.

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,820mg sodium.

How to order: Choose The Grilled Cobb Zalad when you want the highest-protein salad on the page.

Higher fiber

The Grilled House Zalad + Grilled Chicken Sandwich Only

1030 cal·86g protein·47g fat·8g fiber·13g sugar
Leftover-friendlyRich/heavyProtein-forward

Best for: Good when you want a real meal and a built-in backup for later.

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 3,040mg sodium.

How to order: Pair these two official items when protein is the priority and a two-item order makes sense.

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Signature Sandwich Only with Spicy Zax Sauce

590 cal·31g protein·31g fat·8g sugar
SmallReflux watchProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 2,260mg sodium.

How to order: Choose Signature Sandwich Only with Spicy Zax Sauce for the spicy-sauce version of the signature sandwich.

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Signature Sandwich Only with Zax Sauce

600 cal·31g protein·32g fat·8g sugar
SmallRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 2,200mg sodium.

How to order: Choose Signature Sandwich Only with Zax Sauce for the standard sauced signature sandwich from the guide.

Smaller option

The Garden House Zalad

410 cal·17g protein·25g fat
SmallRich/heavyLight protein

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

How to order: Choose The Garden House Zalad when you want the lightest full-size salad from the official guide.

Higher fiber

The Garden House Zalad + Grilled Chicken Sandwich Only

880 cal·55g protein·45g fat·7g fiber·12g sugar
Leftover-friendlyRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 2,140mg sodium.

How to order: Pair these two official items when you want a smaller two-item build than the heavier sandwich-plus-salad combinations.

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Kickin' Chicken Sandwich Only

690 cal·34g protein·39g fat
Split-friendlyRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 2,760mg sodium.

How to order: Choose Kickin' Chicken Sandwich Only for the fried sandwich build listed on page 1.

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