Wondering if you can eat at Chick-fil-A on a gluten-free diet? The quick answer is: Yes! Check out this ultimate guide to find out more about Chick-fil-A gluten-free menu.
This post was originally published in May 2023. It was updated with new photos and instructions in February 2025.
So which menu items are gluten-free at Chick-fil-A?
SHORT ANSWER:
- Grilled chicken on a gluten-free bun
- Bunless grilled chicken + cheese + bacon
- Any salad with grilled chicken + any salad dressing
- Waffle fries + any sauce (except Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Sauce)
- Most sides
- Desserts like IceDream and frozen lemonade
If you’re craving a grilled chicken sandwich and fries, Chick-fil-a is a great option. They have plenty of gluten-free alternatives and naturally gluten-free menu items, including gluten free breads, ice cream, and fries.
It’s easy to see why Chick-fil-A is a favorite chain restaurant among those who eat gluten-free or have other food allergies!
Without further ado, let’s talk about the best Chick-fil-A gluten-free options!
Chick-fil-A Gluten-Free Menu
Good news! Lots of Chick-fil-A favorites are gluten-free. However, all food is prepared in a shared kitchen, so there’s always a risk of cross-contamination. Use your best judgement!
Here’s an official statement from the Chick-fil-A website:
Due to the handcrafted nature of our food, variations in our supplier ingredients and our use of shared cooking and preparation areas, we can’t ensure that our restaurant environment or any menu item prepared in the restaurant (other than those listed above) will be completely free of gluten. However, for our guests who are looking to minimize gluten intake, we suggest the following menu items.
Chick-fil-A does offer an individually packaged, certified gluten-free bun. Here’s an excerpt from the Chick-fil-A website:
Our gluten-free bun features a blend of gluten-free grains, including sorghum and amaranth. The bun arrives at our restaurants pre-packaged to prevent gluten cross-contact. However, once the bun is removed from its packaging it is no longer considered gluten-free because it may come into contact with ingredients in our kitchens that do contain gluten. Therefore, we encourage guests to assemble their sandwich themselves.
Other sealed, individually packaged, gluten-free items include:
Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Bun
Chik-fil-A’s original bun is not gluten-free. But you can request an alternative, gluten-free bun for your grilled chicken sandwiches or even a breakfast sandwich.
If you’re ordering on the app, select the grilled chicken club, and then deselect the multigrain brioche bun. Add the gluten-free bun instead. Then enjoy your gluten-free Chick-fil-A meal!
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Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Sauces
Good news: MOST Chick-fil-A sauces are gluten-free! Yep, that includes the ever-popular Chick-fil-A sauce, Polynesian sauce, and BBQ sauce.
HOWEVER – The Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Sauce is NOT gluten-free. It contains wheat.
Here’s a full list of Chick-fil-A gluten-free sauces:
- Barbeque Sauce
- Chick-fil-A® Sauce
- Honey Mustard Sauce
- Honey Roasted BBQ Sauce
- Polynesian Sauce
- Zesty Buffalo Sauce
- Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing
- Creamy Salsa Dressing
- Fat Free Honey Mustard Dressing
- Garden Herb Ranch Dressing
- Light Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Light Italian Dressing
- Zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Gluten-Free Salads at Chick-fil-A
Like the sauces, all of the salad dressings at Chick-fil-A are gluten-free. So you can choose from any of them to safely enjoy!
However, some of the salad toppings are not gluten-free, so it’s important to pay attention to the menu when customizing your salad order.
Here are a few tips for creating a Chick-fil-A gluten-free salad:
- Any salad: Ask for a grilled filet or grilled chicken nuggets instead of breaded chicken options.
- Cobb Salad: The crispy bell peppers on the Cobb Salad are not gluten-free. But since these are individually packaged, you can simply leave them out.
- Market Salad: The granola in the Grilled Market Salad is not gluten-free. But again, this topping is individually packaged, so you can just leave it off.
- Southwest Salad: The seasoned tortilla strips and chili lime pepitas in the Southwest Salad are gluten-free. Enjoy!
You also might like this collection of gluten-free dinner recipes.
Gluten-Free Sides at Chick-fil-A
There are plenty of gluten-free sides you can order to round our your Chick-fil-A gluten-free meal.
Here’s a reference list of all Chick-fil-A gluten-free sides!
- Waffle potato fries: Chick-fil-A waffle fries are made in a dedicated fryer. And since French fries are naturally gluten-free (when made with only potato, oil and salt), these are safe to eat!
- Fruit cup: The fruit cup contains red and green apples, blueberries, orange segments, and strawberries. It is completely gluten-free!
- Side salad: The salad and all dressing options are gluten-free. Just remember to skip the crispy bell peppers, which are not gluten-free. (Since they’re individually packaged, they’re easy to leave off.)
- Kale crunch salad: Everything in this salad (including toppings) is gluten-free!
- Greek yogurt parfait: The berries and yogurt are gluten-free. The granola doesn’t have any gluten-containing ingredients. But since it isn’t made with gluten-free oats, there is a risk of cross-contamination. The cookie crumbs topping isn’t gluten-free either.
- Waffle potato chips: As with many brands of potato chips, these are gluten-free!
- Buddy fruits apple sauce: This apple sauce is gluten-free and safe to eat if you have Celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
Keep in mind, there are certain sides at Chick-fil-A that are NOT gluten-free, including:
- Chicken noodle soup
- Chicken tortilla soup
- Mac and cheese
Gluten-Free Treats at Chick-fil-A
Got a sweet tooth? You can safely enjoy six different desserts at Chick-fil-A.
Here’s a roundup of all Chick-fil-A gluten-free treats:
- Frosted Coffee
- Frosted Lemonade (Here’s a Frosted Lemonade recipe you might like too!)
- Chocolate, Strawberry and Vanilla Milkshake
- Icedream® Cup
There are also a few Chick-fil-A treats you’ll need to avoid if you’re on a gluten-free diet. The following desserts are NOT gluten-free:
- Chocolate chunk cookie
- Chocolate fudge brownie
- Cookies & cream milkshake
- IceDream in a cone
Chick-fil-A Gluten-Free Kids Meals
It’s fairly easy to custom-order Chick-fil-A gluten-free kids meal.
First, order the grilled nuggets instead of the breaded nuggets. Then choose from a variety of gluten-free sides, including fries, fruit cups, and apple sauce.
All drinks—including chocolate milk and apple juice—and all sauces are also gluten-free!
Chick-fil-A Gluten-Free Breakfast
Chick-fil-A has several gluten-free options on their breakfast menu.
- Hash Brown Scramble Bowl: The Hash Brown Scramble Bowl is gluten-free if you choose the sausage or GRILLED filet, rather than the nuggets.
- Breakfast Sandwiches: You can also get breakfast sandwiches on GF buns, such as the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich or the sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich.
- Hash browns: Like the fries, Chick-fil-A hash browns are naturally gluten-free!
- Bacon slice
- Sausage patty
Are the fries at Chick-fil-A gluten-free?
Yes, the fries at Chick-fil-A are naturally gluten-free. Because they’re fried in a separate fryer, there is no risk of cross-contamination with gluten-products. They are safe to eat on a gluten-free diet.
Does Chick-fil-A have gluten-free nuggets?
Yes, all Chick-fil-A grilled nuggets are gluten-free. But keep in mind — breaded chicken nuggets are NOT gluten-free.
Is Chick-fil-A Sauce Gluten-Free?
Yes, all sauces at Chick-fil-A are gluten-free, including the Chick-fil-A sauce, Polynesian sauce, and barbeque sauce.
Does Chick-fil-A offer a gluten-free bun?
Yes, Chick-fil-A has a certified gluten-free bun that you can request when ordering a grilled chicken sandwich or a breakfast sandwich. It’s individually packaged to avoid cross-contamination.
How does Chick-fil-A prevent cross-contact with gluten-containing foods?
Chick-fil-A takes precautions like individually packaging gluten-free buns and waffle chips. But since all food is made in a shared kitchen, there’s always a risk of cross-contact. If you have celiac disease, take caution and let the staff know about your dietary needs.
Can you order Chick-fil-A catering with gluten-free options?
Yes, Chick-fil-A’s catering menu includes gluten-free items like grilled nuggets, fruit cups, and salads (some toppings need to be omitted to keep salads gluten-free).
The Bottom Line
The Chick-fil-A gluten-free options are expansive, so you’ll have plenty of choices when ordering.
Get a grilled chicken sandwich on a gluten-free bun and enjoy it with a side of naturally gluten-free waffle fries and gluten-free sauce. Or you can order a gluten-free salad with your choice of any salad dressing.
Finish off your meal with their gluten-free Icedream in a cup, or another tasty Chick-fil-A gluten-free treat!
chick-fil-a sauce and bbq and the honey roasted bbq isn’t gluten free
Hi Morgan, thank you for sharing your concern. Chick-fil-a’s website lists most sauces as being gluten-free, including chick-fil-a sauce, BBQ, and honey roasted BBQ. Here is their article about gluten-free choices and they have a good allergen guide too. We hope this helps!
I just went to Chik-Fil-A in Pasadena Ca, brand new facility. They indeed have gluten free buns in wrapper and let you set the grilled chicken etc into the bun. Was delicious. But a note inside said there was no guarantee that there was no gluten in the meal. “We are not a gluten free kitchen.” So I think the lawyers insisted on that disclaimer because I had no reaction. I also had the kale salad (delicious!) and the sauces you mentioned (chick-fil-a sauce and Polynesian), and their ranch dressing, no problem. So glad I read this article. I would not have even dreamed much less tried Chick-Fil-A sandwiches as so many fast foods so nothing for gluten free sensitivities.
I’m so glad you were able to enjoy a meal at Chick-Fil-A! I love the kale salad too 🙂
Any idea if the bacon bits on the cobb salad are GF? I am finding conflicting information
Hi Kristina, that’s a tough one. On Chick-fil-a’s allergen menu the bacon bits aren’t listed individually in the salad toppings section. The bacon for sandwiches does not contain wheat, but asking the company directly may be the best way to ensure the bacon bits are safe. Thank you for your question!
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Good luck navigating your daughter’s new diet. I definitely understand it feels like a lot in the beginning. I hope my website can help you! Hugs!
My granddaughter is 5 and type 1 diabetic…she’s about to have a biopsy to diagnose celiac Disease. Recipes will be welcomed …
I hope the recipes are helpful for you! Good luck with the adjustment to gluten-free for your granddaughter!
I’ve been gluten free for a month now. I’m looking to try new recipes and make some gluten free snacks and treats.
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