Pizza King Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Pizza King cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed as dominant Midwest pizza chain oil; Pizza King does not publish oil type explicitly, but fat profile of fries — 16g total fat, 1.5g sat fat — is consistent with soybean/canola; soybean fraction 0.55 used throughout). Across the 65 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Pizza King
| 2-Liter Soda | 0.0g PUFA |
| Fountain Drink (Small) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Fountain Drink (Large) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Marinara Dipping Sauce | 1.0g PUFA |
| Side Salad | 2.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Pizza King
| Chicken Fingers | 26.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Wings (12 pc) | 18.0g PUFA |
| Meat Lovers Pizza (2 slices) | 17.0g PUFA |
| Stromboli (Whole) | 11.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Wings (6 pc) | 10.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Pizza King use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Pizza King cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed as dominant Midwest pizza chain oil; Pizza King does not publish oil type explicitly, but fat profile of fries — 16g total fat, 1.5g sat fat — is consistent with soybean/canola; soybean fraction 0.55 used throughout). Across the 65 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Pizza King cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (confirmed as dominant Midwest pizza chain oil; Pizza King does not publish oil type explicitly, but fat profile of fries — 16g total fat, 1.5g sat fat — is consistent with soybean/canola; soybean fraction 0.55 used throughout). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Pizza King use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Pizza King cooks with soybean oil (confirmed as dominant Midwest pizza chain oil; Pizza King does not publish oil type explicitly, but fat profile of fries — 16g total fat, 1.5g sat fat — is consistent with soybean/canola; soybean fraction 0.55 used throughout), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Pizza King seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Pizza King cooks with soybean oil (confirmed as dominant Midwest pizza chain oil; Pizza King does not publish oil type explicitly, but fat profile of fries — 16g total fat, 1.5g sat fat — is consistent with soybean/canola; soybean fraction 0.55 used throughout), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Pizza King?
2-Liter Soda is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pizza King, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Pizza King?
Chicken Fingers is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pizza King, at an estimated 26.0g 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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See where Pizza King lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch.