Applebee’s isn’t usually at the top of anyone’s GLP-1 dining list, but it’s worth knowing how to order there because it comes up more than you’d think. Group dinners, family visits, limited options on the road: Applebee’s is everywhere. The good news is that the grill section of the menu hides some genuinely solid GLP-1 meals. The plain Grilled Chicken Breast and 7oz Sirloin are straightforward, high-protein plates that work well for GLP-1 users when you swap the standard sides for steamed vegetables. This guide tells you exactly what to order and more importantly, what to tell your server before the Mozzarella Sticks arrive.
High-Protein Options
These meals provide 25g+ protein per serving
Grilled Chicken Breast (plain)
8 oz grilled chicken breast with steamed vegetables
38g protein
Sirloin Steak (7oz)
36g protein
Shrimp Wonton Stir-Fry (extra protein)
34g protein
GLP-1 Friendly Choices
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad (light dressing)
32g protein
Thai Shrimp Salad
28g protein
Pepper-Crusted Sirloin & Whole Grains (6 oz)
42g protein
Tips for Ordering Applebee's GLP-1 Meals
Applebee’s GLP-1 meals are easiest to manage when you treat it like a steakhouse visit — go straight to the grilled proteins and build your plate around lean meat and vegetable sides. The biggest trap at Applebee’s is the appetizer section and the complimentary bread service at some locations, both of which arrive before your meal and are easy to overeat on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Ask your server to skip any bread or chips upfront. For your main, always choose grilled over crispy, request sauces and dressings on the side, and substitute fries or mashed potatoes for steamed broccoli or a house salad. The Bourbon Street Chicken and Shrimp is one of the best value GLP-1 plates on the menu — high protein, flavorful, and easy to customize by skipping the rice.
What to Avoid at Applebee's on GLP-1
Skip the Mozzarella Sticks, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Double Crunch Bone-In Wings, any of the riblets platters, and the loaded burgers. These Applebee’s meals are extremely high in saturated fat, refined carbs, and sodium — the Double Crunch Bone-In Wings appetizer alone can exceed 1,600 calories before your entree even arrives. On GLP-1 medications, deep-fried starters followed by heavy entrees are among the most reliable triggers for nausea, bloating, and prolonged discomfort.
Best Low-Calorie Applebee's Options on GLP-1
The Grilled Chicken Breast with steamed broccoli and a house salad with dressing on the side is the best low-calorie Applebee’s GLP-1 meal — under 500 calories combined with 35g of protein. The Grilled Salmon with steamed broccoli is the best single-plate option at around 450 calories and 34g of protein.
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