Pilot Flying J Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Pilot Flying J cooks with: Soybean oil (fryer, incl. hydrogenated soybean oil w/ TBHQ, per official ingredient statements for wings, tenders, chicken filets); pizza dough uses palm/soybean/canola oil blend; some non-fryer sides use canola/sunflower oil. Across the 35 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Pilot Flying J
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: Pepperoni Pizza (1 slice) + Cold Brew Coffee, 8.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Macaroni & Cheese | 3.0g |
| Buffalo Rollerbite | 5.0g |
| Cheesy Burger Tornado | 5.0g |
| Italian Meatball Link | 6.0g |
| Cheesy Pepper Jack Tornado | 6.0g |
What to Avoid at Pilot Flying J
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Mild Jumbo Wings (5 pc) | 12.0g |
| Jumbo Chorizo Breakfast Burrito | 12.0g |
| Pilot Big Dog | 12.0g |
| Chicken Tenders (5 pc) | 11.0g |
| Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Pilot Flying J use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Pilot Flying J cooks with: Soybean oil (fryer, incl. hydrogenated soybean oil w/ TBHQ, per official ingredient statements for wings, tenders, chicken filets); pizza dough uses palm/soybean/canola oil blend; some non-fryer sides use canola/sunflower oil. Across the 35 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Pilot Flying J cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (fryer, incl. hydrogenated soybean oil w/ TBHQ, per official ingredient statements for wings, tenders, chicken filets); pizza dough uses palm/soybean/canola oil blend; some non-fryer sides use canola/sunflower oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Pilot Flying J use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Pilot Flying J cooks with Soybean oil (fryer, incl. hydrogenated soybean oil w/ TBHQ, per official ingredient statements for wings, tenders, chicken filets); pizza dough uses palm/soybean/canola oil blend; some non-fryer sides use canola/sunflower oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Pilot Flying J seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Pilot Flying J cooks with Soybean oil (fryer, incl. hydrogenated soybean oil w/ TBHQ, per official ingredient statements for wings, tenders, chicken filets); pizza dough uses palm/soybean/canola oil blend; some non-fryer sides use canola/sunflower oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Pilot Flying J?
Macaroni & Cheese is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pilot Flying J, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Pilot Flying J?
Mild Jumbo Wings (5 pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pilot Flying J, at an estimated 12.0g 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 Pilot Flying J lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.