Chester's Chicken Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Chester's Chicken cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 61 menu items we analyzed, it averages 13.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Chester's Chicken
| Corn on the Cob | 1.0g PUFA |
| Baked Beans | 1.0g PUFA |
| Green Beans | 1.0g PUFA |
| Mashed Potatoes & Gravy | 2.0g PUFA |
| Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce | 2.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Chester's Chicken
| Bone-In Chicken 16 Piece | 60.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Tenders 20 Piece | 58.0g PUFA |
| Bone-In Chicken 12 Piece | 54.0g PUFA |
| Bone-In Wings 20 Piece | 52.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Tenders 12 Piece | 38.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Chester's Chicken use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Chester's Chicken cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 61 menu items we analyzed, it averages 13.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Chester's Chicken cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Chester's Chicken use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Chester's Chicken cooks with soybean oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Chester's Chicken seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Chester's Chicken cooks with soybean oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Chester's Chicken?
Corn on the Cob is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chester's Chicken, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Chester's Chicken?
Bone-In Chicken 16 Piece is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chester's Chicken, at an estimated 60.0g 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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