Bojangles Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Bojangles cooks with: Soybean/canola blend (PUFA fraction ~0.55 used). Across the 80 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Bojangles
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: Bone-In Fried Chicken (leg) + Bottled Water, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cajun Pintos (Regular) | 1.0g |
| Macaroni & Cheese (Regular) | 2.0g |
| Cajun Pintos (Family) | 2.0g |
| Bone-In Fried Chicken (leg) | 3.0g |
| Macaroni & Cheese (individual) | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Bojangles
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| 12-Piece Chicken Supremes | 36.0g |
| 3pc Leg & 2 Thighs Dinner | 24.0g |
| 3 Wings | 21.0g |
| 6-Piece Chicken Supremes | 18.0g |
| 2pc Leg & Thigh Dinner | 17.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Bojangles use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Bojangles cooks with: Soybean/canola blend (PUFA fraction ~0.55 used). Across the 80 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Bojangles cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/canola blend (PUFA fraction ~0.55 used). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Bojangles use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Bojangles cooks with Soybean/canola blend (PUFA fraction ~0.55 used), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Bojangles seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Bojangles cooks with Soybean/canola blend (PUFA fraction ~0.55 used), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Bojangles?
Cajun Pintos (Regular) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Bojangles, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Bojangles?
12-Piece Chicken Supremes is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Bojangles, at an estimated 36.0g 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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