Cook Out Calories Guide 2026: Full Menu Calorie Counts
A complete calorie breakdown for every Cook Out entree, side, drink, and milkshake — plus how to build a lighter tray without giving up the flavor. Updated for 2026.
Cook Out Trays Range from 620 to 1,400+ Calories Depending on Choices
The most popular Cook Out combo — Big Double, Cajun Fries, Hushpuppies, and a fountain drink — runs approximately 950–1,000 calories. The lightest build (Chicken Breast, Coleslaw, Hushpuppies, water) comes in around 620–650 calories. Milkshakes add 700–1,000+ calories on top if included.
Cook Out Entree Calories: Full Breakdown
| Entree | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Big Double Burger | 311 cal | Double patty, Cook Out’s signature burger |
| Huge Burger | 516 cal | Larger single patty |
| Chicken Breast Sandwich | 170 cal | Lowest-calorie entree option |
| Hot Dog (plain) | ~290 cal | Add ~100 cal for Cookout Style (chili+slaw) |
| BBQ Sandwich | ~350–400 cal | NC-style vinegar BBQ |
| Quesadilla | ~450–500 cal | Available as a tray side/entree option |
What is the lowest-calorie entree at Cook Out?
The Chicken Breast Sandwich is Cook Out’s lowest-calorie entree at approximately 170 calories, making it the clear choice for a lighter meal compared to the burgers.
Cook Out Side Calories: Full Breakdown
| Side | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Coleslaw | ~150 cal | Lowest-calorie side, no frying |
| Hushpuppies | 300 cal | Cornmeal-based, Cook Out signature |
| Onion Rings | ~310 cal | Battered and fried |
| Cajun Fries | 350 cal | Most popular side |
| Cheese Bites | ~350 cal | Fried cheese |
| Cheerwine Float | 380 cal | Highest-calorie side option, includes soft-serve |
Cook Out Milkshake Calories
Milkshake calories vary meaningfully by flavor and mix-in ingredients. Regular flavors sit at the lower end of the range, while fancy flavors with candy or cookie mix-ins push toward the higher end.
Vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and similar classic flavors.
PB Fudge, Cookie Dough, Snickers®, and other mix-in-heavy flavors.
Larger sizes and tray-upgrade portions add meaningfully to the total.
See the full Cook Out milkshake menu for all 40+ flavors and pricing.
Cook Out Drinks & Dessert Calories
| Item | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fountain soda (incl. Cheerwine) | ~150–250 cal | Varies by size and drink choice |
| Sweet tea | ~150–200 cal | Varies by size |
| Unsweetened tea / water | 0 cal | Lowest-calorie drink options |
| Cheerwine Float | 380 cal | Cheerwine + soft-serve ice cream |
Complete Cook Out Tray Calorie Combos
| Combo | Approx. Total Calories | Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Big Double + Cajun Fries + Hushpuppies + Fountain Drink | ~950–1,000 cal | Most popular combo |
| Chicken Breast + Coleslaw + Hushpuppies + Water | ~620–650 cal | Lightest build |
| Huge Burger + Onion Rings + Cheese Bites + Shake | ~1,400+ cal | Highest-calorie build |
| BBQ Sandwich + Hushpuppies + Coleslaw + Tea | ~750–800 cal | Balanced Southern classic |
How to Order a Lower-Calorie Meal at Cook Out
Choose Chicken Breast
At 170 calories, swapping from a burger to the Chicken Breast Sandwich saves 140–350+ calories immediately.
Pick Coleslaw
At ~150 calories, Coleslaw is roughly half the calories of Cajun Fries or Onion Rings.
Water or Unsweetened Tea
Skipping soda, sweet tea, or a milkshake upgrade saves 150–1,000+ calories depending on what you’d otherwise choose.
Combining all three swaps — Chicken Breast + Coleslaw + Hushpuppies + water — brings a full Cook Out tray down to approximately 620–650 calories, roughly 40% lighter than the most popular combo.
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See the Full Cook Out Tray Menu
Every entree, side, and combination to help you build the tray that fits your goals.