Krispy Krunchy Chicken Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Krispy Krunchy Chicken cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 16.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Krispy Krunchy Chicken
| Soda | 0.0g PUFA |
| Water | 0.0g PUFA |
| Red Beans & Rice | 1.0g PUFA |
| Mashed Potatoes & Gravy | 1.0g PUFA |
| Ranch Dipping Sauce | 2.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Krispy Krunchy Chicken
| 16-Piece Chicken | 60.0g PUFA |
| Wings 40-Piece | 60.0g PUFA |
| Chicken and Tenders Family Meal | 60.0g PUFA |
| 12-Piece Chicken | 54.0g PUFA |
| Wings 20-Piece | 46.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Krispy Krunchy Chicken use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Krispy Krunchy Chicken cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 16.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Krispy Krunchy Chicken cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Krispy Krunchy Chicken use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Krispy Krunchy Chicken cooks with soybean oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Krispy Krunchy Chicken seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Krispy Krunchy 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 Krispy Krunchy Chicken?
Soda is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Krispy Krunchy Chicken, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Krispy Krunchy Chicken?
16-Piece Chicken is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Krispy Krunchy 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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