Crispy Chicken Taco (New Recipe)
How to order it
Crispy Chicken Tenders·Soft Shell Tortilla·Iceberg Lettuce·Chipotle Ranch·Chipotle Pepper Paste·Cheddar Cheese
How we scored it
The product is heavily processed with multiple harmful ingredients, including seed oils and artificial additives. The presence of soybean, corn, and sunflower oils, along with various preservatives and flavor enhancers, significantly lowers its health score.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 taco (116 g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 290 | |
| Total fat | 14g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 770mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26g | 9% |
| Dietary fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugars | 1g | |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
Taco John's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8VEGETABLE OILVery Bad
Vegetable oil is often highly processed and contains unhealthy trans fats or omega-6 fatty acids, which can contribute to inflammation when consumed in excess.
See more about VEGETABLE OIL →Frying OilVery Bad
Frying oil, especially when used multiple times, can develop harmful compounds and trans fats that are not ideal for regular consumption.
Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is highly processed and often genetically modified, with a high omega-6 fatty acid content that may promote inflammation.
See more about Soybean Oil →Corn OilVery Bad
Corn oil is heavily processed and high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can contribute to an imbalance in fatty acid intake.
See more about Corn Oil →Sunflower Oil with DimethylpolysiloxaneVery Bad
Sunflower oil with added dimethylpolysiloxane, an anti-foaming agent, is highly processed and may contain undesirable chemical residues.
VEGETABLE SHORTENINGVery Bad
Vegetable shortening is often made from hydrogenated oils, which contain trans fats linked to increased heart disease risk.
See more about VEGETABLE SHORTENING →HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OILVery Bad
Hydrogenated soybean oil contains trans fats, which are associated with negative effects on heart health.
See more about HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL →CANOLA OILVery Bad
Canola oil is highly processed and often genetically modified, with a high omega-6 fatty acid content that may promote inflammation.
See more about CANOLA OIL →More mains at Taco John's
Scout's score is an independent read of Taco John's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored October 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Taco John's menu.