$5.95 | 140 Calories
The Grilled Chicken Breast is a 5-ounce portion of boneless, skinless chicken.3 Waffle House partners with Springer Mountain Farms® to provide antibiotic-free chicken.4 The chicken is lightly seasoned, often described as having a lemon-herb marinade or a simple salt/pepper seasoning, and is cooked on the flat-top grill.5 It is one of the best high-protein, low-fat options on the menu.
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💰 Estimated Price
- A la Carte Grilled Chicken Breast (5-oz): $5.95 to $6.50 (Price varies by location).
🍽️ Nutrition Table (For 5 oz Grilled Chicken Breast ONLY)
The figures below represent the standalone chicken breast, which is a popular low-carb/keto option.6
| Nutrient | Approximate Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~140–150 kcal | — |
| Total Fat | ~3 g | ~4% |
| Saturated Fat | ~1 g | ~5% |
| Trans Fat | ~0 g | — |
| Cholesterol | ~65–90 mg | ~22%–30% |
| Sodium | ~420–930 mg | ~18%–40% |
| Total Carbohydrate | ~0–1 g | ~0% |
| Dietary Fiber | ~0 g | ~0% |
| Total Sugars | ~0 g | — |
| Protein | ~28–29 g | ~56%–58% |
🥕 Ingredients & Components
| Component | Key Ingredients (General) |
| Chicken | 5-oz boneless, skinless chicken breast |
| Marinade/Seasoning | Water, seasoning blend (salt, pepper, herbs, possibly lemon or soy sauce) |
| Cooking Oil | Vegetable oil (likely soybean or a blend) |
⚠️ Allergens List
The Grilled Chicken Breast itself is generally free of common allergens like Milk and Wheat. However, due to the marinade and cooking process:
- 🥜 Soy: Likely present in the marinade (soy sauce base) and the cooking oil.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is the Waffle House Grilled Chicken a healthy option?
Answer: Yes, it is one of the healthiest and cleanest protein options on the Waffle House menu.8 With about 140–150 calories, 3g of fat, and nearly 30g of protein, it is ideal for those following low-carb, keto, or macro-focused diets.9
2. Can I substitute the standard breakfast meat for grilled chicken?
Answer: Yes.10 In most Waffle House breakfast platters (like the All-Star Special or the Two-Egg Breakfast with Meat), you can substitute the standard bacon, sausage, or ham for the Grilled Chicken Breast. This is usually considered an upcharge because the chicken is a premium item.
3. What is the Grilled Chicken used in besides the main platter?
Answer: The grilled chicken is a versatile protein used in several other menu items, including the Grilled Chicken Sandwich (on a grilled bun with lettuce, tomato, and onions) and the Grilled Chicken Salad.11
4. Is the Grilled Chicken gluten-free?
Answer: The chicken breast and its marinade/seasoning are generally gluten-free. However, because it is cooked on the same shared flat-top grill as all the toast, waffles, and hashbrowns, Waffle House cannot guarantee that the final product is free from gluten cross-contamination.12
5. What makes Waffle House’s chicken higher quality?
Answer: Waffle House explicitly sources its chicken from Springer Mountain Farms®, which provides chickens that are antibiotic-free and fed an all-vegetable diet.13 This commitment to sourcing results in a higher-quality, leaner protein.