Champs Chicken Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Champs Chicken cooks with: soybean oil (partially hydrogenated blend). Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Champs Chicken
| Honey | 0.0g PUFA |
| Sassy Sauce | 0.0g PUFA |
| Buffalo Sauce | 0.0g PUFA |
| Honey Mustard | 0.0g PUFA |
| Sweet N Smokey BBQ | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Champs Chicken
| 12 pc Mixed Cajun Chicken | 55.0g PUFA |
| 8 pc Mixed Cajun Chicken | 40.0g PUFA |
| 12 pc Cajun Chicken Tenders | 38.0g PUFA |
| 8-Piece Chicken Bucket | 36.0g PUFA |
| 8 Biscuits | 28.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Champs Chicken use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Champs Chicken cooks with: soybean oil (partially hydrogenated blend). Across the 78 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Champs Chicken cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (partially hydrogenated blend). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Champs Chicken use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Champs Chicken cooks with soybean oil (partially hydrogenated blend), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Champs Chicken seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Champs Chicken cooks with soybean oil (partially hydrogenated blend), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Champs Chicken?
Honey is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Champs Chicken, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Champs Chicken?
12 pc Mixed Cajun Chicken is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Champs Chicken, at an estimated 55.0g 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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