Ordering guide
What to order at Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A's menu is short and consistent, so the difference between a good order and a great one is mostly sauces, sides and a couple of underrated items.
Order this at Chick-fil-A
1Original chicken sandwich, deluxe
The pickle-brined fillet is the whole point; deluxe adds lettuce, tomato and cheese.
2Spicy chicken sandwich
More seasoning and enough heat to taste without overwhelming the fillet.
3Chick-fil-A nuggets, 12 count
The most shareable item and the best sauce vehicle on the menu.
4Grilled chicken club
The best non-fried option, and the smoky marinade holds up.
5Mac and cheese
Baked in-house rather than boxed, and the standout side.
Ordering tips
- Ask for the sandwich on a multigrain or gluten-free bun if you want a lighter version.
- Chick-fil-A sauce and Polynesian are the two most reordered; sauces are free with combos.
- Waffle fries hold heat well but ask for them fresh if you're eating in.
- Frosted lemonade is a lemonade-and-ice-cream blend — treat it as dessert, not a drink.
Frequently asked questions
What should I order at Chick-fil-A?
The original chicken sandwich deluxe with waffle fries is the classic. Order the spicy version if you want more seasoning, or 12-count nuggets with Chick-fil-A sauce if you're sharing. Mac and cheese is the best side upgrade, and a frosted lemonade is worth it once.
What is the best sauce at Chick-fil-A?
Chick-fil-A sauce (a honey-mustard barbecue blend) is the most popular, followed by Polynesian and garden herb ranch. Barbecue and honey mustard are safer picks for kids. Ask for two different sauces — they're free with a combo.
What is the healthiest thing to order at Chick-fil-A?
The grilled chicken sandwich or the grilled nuggets with a side salad, fruit cup, or superfood side. Skip the waffle fries and the milkshakes and you keep the meal light without losing the flavour that makes the chicken good.
What's the best breakfast at Chick-fil-A?
The chicken biscuit and the chicken, egg and cheese muffin are the most reordered. Hash browns are better than they look, and the breakfast is only served until 10:30am at most locations.
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