5 HEALTHY OPTIONS AT APPLEBEE'S

There are over 1,500 Applebee locations across the United States as of July 2022 which makes it a popular choice for Americans who are looking for a tasty and convenient meal (which is most of us)!

However, if you're trying to lose weight or get healthier, there are certain menu options that are going to be more waistline-friendly to you and your fitness journey.

Here are our top 5 healthy picks from the Applebee's menu:

1. The Grilled Chicken Breast

What's Included: Chicken breast, garlic mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli.

Optional: For less carbs, ask for 1/2 or no mashed potatoes and substitute for additional broccoli.

Nutrition Information: 550 calories, 22 grams of fat, 43 grams of carbohydrates (6 grams of fiber + 5 grams of sugar), and 48 grams of protein.

2. The 6 oz Top Sirloin

What's Included: Sirloin steak, garlic mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli.

Optional: For less carbs, ask for 1/2 or no mashed potatoes - substitute for additional broccoli.

Nutrition Information: 550 calories, 23 grams of fat, 43 grams of carbohydrates (6 grams of fiber + 5 grams of sugar), and 44 grams of protein.

3. The Blackened Cajun Salmon

What's Included: Salmon fillet, garlic mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli.

Optional: For less carbs, order 1/2 or no mashed potatoes - substitute for additional broccoli.

Nutrition Information: 600 calories, 28 grams of fat, 47 grams of carbohydrates (7 grams of fiber + 5 grams of sugar), and 43 grams of protein.

4. Chicken Wonton Tacos

What's Included: Grilled chicken, crispy wonton shells, coleslaw, cilantro.

Optional: For less carbs and fats, take out 2 wonton shells and eat the inside contents (the chicken and coleslaw) salad-style!

Nutrition Information: 590 calories, 27 grams of fat, 49 grams of carbohydrates (3 grams of fiber + 26 grams of sugar), and 36 grams of protein.

5. The Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp

What's Included: Cajun-seasoned chicken, blackened shrimp, garlic + parsley butter sauce, mushrooms, onions, garlic mashed potatoes.

Optional: For less fat, ask for easy or no butter sauce. For less carbs, ask for 1/2 or no mashed potatoes - substitute for steamed broccoli or green beans.

Nutrition Information: 790 calories, 43 grams of fat, 47 grams of carbohydrates (6 grams of fiber + 7 grams of sugar), and 55 grams of protein.