Boston Market Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Boston Market cooks with: Rotisserie chicken itself is low-PUFA (skin ~2-3g), but creamed/casserole sides, cornbread, and pot pie use soybean-oil margarine and shortening.. Across the 102 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Boston Market
| Fresh Steamed Vegetables | 0.0g PUFA |
| Cranberry Relish | 0.0g PUFA |
| Fountain Beverage 30 oz. | 0.0g PUFA |
| Bottled Beverage | 0.0g PUFA |
| Milk | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Boston Market
| Cornbread 6 Pc. | 18.0g PUFA |
| Apple Pie Whole | 18.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Pot Pie | 14.0g PUFA |
| Zesty BBQ Ribs Full Rack | 14.0g PUFA |
| Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich | 13.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Boston Market use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Boston Market cooks with: Rotisserie chicken itself is low-PUFA (skin ~2-3g), but creamed/casserole sides, cornbread, and pot pie use soybean-oil margarine and shortening.. Across the 102 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Boston Market cook with?
Our research indicates: Rotisserie chicken itself is low-PUFA (skin ~2-3g), but creamed/casserole sides, cornbread, and pot pie use soybean-oil margarine and shortening.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Boston Market use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Boston Market cooks with Rotisserie chicken itself is low-PUFA (skin ~2-3g), but creamed/casserole sides, cornbread, and pot pie use soybean-oil margarine and shortening., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Boston Market seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Boston Market cooks with Rotisserie chicken itself is low-PUFA (skin ~2-3g), but creamed/casserole sides, cornbread, and pot pie use soybean-oil margarine and shortening., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Boston Market?
Fresh Steamed Vegetables is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Boston Market, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Boston Market?
Cornbread 6 Pc. is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Boston Market, at an estimated 18.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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