KFC Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, KFC Canada cooks with: 100% non-hydrogenated canola oil (per KFC Canada; distinct from the US formulation, which includes hydrogenated soybean oil). Across the 30 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
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Safest Orders at KFC Canada
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Original Recipe Chicken Tenders (3 pc) + Biscuit + Bottled Water, 11.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Mac & Cheese | 4.0g |
| Chicken Pot Pie | 6.0g |
| Chicken Little | 6.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Wing | 6.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Drumstick | 7.0g |
What to Avoid at KFC Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Popcorn Chicken - Large | 14.0g |
| Extra Crispy Chicken Thigh | 14.0g |
| Extra Crispy Chicken Breast | 13.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Thigh | 12.0g |
| Fries - Large | 11.0g |
Every KFC Canada item, ranked
All 30 items we have for KFC Canada, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pepsi (Medium) | 0.0g |
| Bottled Water | 0.0g |
| Brewed Iced Tea | 0.0g |
| Honey Sauce | 0.0g |
| Biscuit | 2.0g |
| Gravy (dip cup) | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie | 2.0g |
| Soft Serve Ice Cream Cone | 2.0g |
| Mashed Potatoes & Gravy | 3.0g |
| Mac & Cheese | 4.0g |
| Coleslaw | 5.0g |
| Ranch Dip | 5.0g |
| Chicken Pot Pie | 6.0g |
| Chicken Little | 6.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Wing | 6.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Drumstick | 7.0g |
| Honey BBQ Wings (6 pc) | 8.0g |
| Fries - Regular | 8.0g |
| Hot Wings (6 pc) | 8.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Tenders (3 pc) | 9.0g |
| Twister Wrap | 9.0g |
| Famous Chicken Sandwich | 10.0g |
| Popcorn Chicken - Regular | 10.0g |
| Fries - Large | 11.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Breast | 11.0g |
| Zinger Sandwich | 11.0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Thigh | 12.0g |
| Extra Crispy Chicken Breast | 13.0g |
| Popcorn Chicken - Large | 14.0g |
| Extra Crispy Chicken Thigh | 14.0g |
Frequently asked
Does KFC Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, KFC Canada cooks with: 100% non-hydrogenated canola oil (per KFC Canada; distinct from the US formulation, which includes hydrogenated soybean oil). Across the 30 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does KFC Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: 100% non-hydrogenated canola oil (per KFC Canada; distinct from the US formulation, which includes hydrogenated soybean oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does KFC Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates KFC Canada cooks with 100% non-hydrogenated canola oil (per KFC Canada; distinct from the US formulation, which includes hydrogenated soybean oil), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is KFC Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates KFC Canada cooks with 100% non-hydrogenated canola oil (per KFC Canada; distinct from the US formulation, which includes hydrogenated soybean oil), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at KFC Canada?
Mac & Cheese is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at KFC Canada, at an estimated 4.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at KFC Canada?
Popcorn Chicken - Large is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at KFC Canada, at an estimated 14.0g 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. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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