[The Truth] About Jack In The Box Gluten Free Menu Options

Ready to learn the Cold Hard TRUTH about Jack In The Box Gluten Free Menu options? If so then keep reading!

Many of us have heard of the popular fast food chain, Jack in the Box. They are known for their savory burgers, delicious curly fries, slamming taco at affordable prices. 

But what about those who suffer from celiac disease, have an allergy or are sensitive to gluten?

Well today you’re going to learn the truth about the Jack in the Box Gluten Free Menu Options that alot of people don’t know.

Jack In The Box Allergen Menu

Jack In The Box does a pretty good job with their allergen menu to help you navigate their menu items.

Their allergen menu identifies the top 8 food allergens (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat and soybeans) that are found in their menu items.

• Jack In the Box Allergen Menu
• Jack In the Box Ingredients List

After reviewing Jack In The Box allergen menu and ingredients list it’s time to reveal the Truth about trying to eat Gluten Free at Jack In The Box.

[The Truth] About Jack In The Box Gluten Free Menu Options

If you’re looking to devour all those delicious items at Jack In the Box but you’re sensitive to Gluten or you suffer from Celiac Disease then the truth is your options are pretty LIMITED with the current Jack In The Box menu.

While Jack In The Box shows which items are “Wheat Free” that isn’t enough for those sensitive or allergic to Gluten.

The truth is there are a number of sources and “hidden” ingredients that contain Gluten that has nothing to do with Wheat which we’re going to reveal in a minute.

But first below are the current menu items that are listed as “Wheat Free” on Jack In the Box Menu.

Jack In The Box “Wheat Free” Menu Options

Better For You Items

• Chiquita® Apple Bites with Caramel
• Grilled Chicken Salad*
  • *Allergen information does not include salad dressing or crunchy toppings.

Burgers & More

• Jack in The Box DOES NOT appear to offer any burger options that are Wheat Free. (And before you ask for a bunless burger keep reading)

Chicken & More

• Jack in The Box DOES NOT appear to currently offer any Chicken options that are Wheat Free.

Salads

• Chicken Club Salad with Grilled Chicken*
• Grilled Chicken Salad*
• Side Salad*
• Southwest Chicken Salad with Grilled Chicken*
• Creamy Southwest Dressing
• Low Fat Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
• Ranch Dressing
• Spicy Corn Sticks
  • *Allergen information does not include salad dressing or crunchy toppings.

Snacks & Sides

• Chiquita® Apple Bites with Caramel
• French Fries
• Side Salad*
  • *Allergen information does not include salad dressing or crunchy toppings.

Breakfast

• Jack in The Box DOES NOT appear to currently offer any Breakfast options that are Wheat Free.

Jack’s Munchie Meals™

• Jack in The Box DOES NOT appear to currently offer any Jack’s Munchie Meals™ options that are Wheat Free.

Drinks

• Aquarius® Purified Water
• Barqs® Root Beer
• Coca-Cola®
• Coffee, Premium Roast (Regular & Decaf)
• Diet Coke®
• Diet Dr. Pepper®
• Dr. Pepper®
• Fanta® Orange
• Fanta® Strawberry
• Gold Peak® Classic Blend Iced Tea
• Hi-C® Fruit Punch
• Iced Coffee, Caramel
• Iced Coffee, Mocha
• Iced Coffee, Original
• Iced Tea, Mango flavored
• Iced Tea, Peach flavored
• Iced Tea, Raspberry flavored
• Milk, Low Fat 1%
• Minute Maid® 100% Apple Juice
• Minute Maid® Lemonade
• Minute Maid® Orange Juice
• Sprite®

Shakes & Desserts

• Shake, Chocolate with Whipped Topping
• Shake, Strawberry with Whipped Topping
• Shake, Vanilla with Whipped Topping

Cheeses

• American Cheese
• Provolone Cheese
• Real Cheddar Cheese
• Real Swiss Cheese
• Swiss-Style Cheese

Dipping Sauces

• Barbecue Dipping Sauce
• Buttermilk House Dipping Sauce
• Frank’s® RedHot® Buffalo Dipping Sauce
• Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
• Pancake Syrup
• Sweet N’ Sour Dipping Sauce

Sandwich Sauces

• Creamy Bacon Mayo
• Creamy Ranch Sauce
• Creamy Sriracha Sauce
• Creamy Tomato Sauce
• Ketchup
• Mayonnaise
• Mustard
• Tartar Sauce (seasonal)

Other

• Fire Roasted Salsa
• French’s® Mustard Packet
• Garlic Herb Butter
• Grape Jelly Packet
• Grilled Onions
• Hot Taco Sauce Packet
• Ketchup Packet
• Kikkoman® Soy Sauce Packet
• Kraft® Mayonnaise Packet
• Pride® 40% Vegetable Oil Whipped Spread
• Secret Sauce Packet
• Sour Cream
• Strawberry Jam Packet

“Wheat Free” Jack In the Box Menu Items That May Contain “Hidden” Gluten Ingredients

If you thought you could just a get a bunless burger like so many people try to do from time to time, think again.

Here’s a list of Jack In the Box menu items that are made with ingredients that do or possibly contain gluten and should be avoided if you’re following a Gluten Free diet.

Remember you can find the Jack In the Box Official Ingredients list HERE

Contains Autolyzed Yeast Extract or Yeast Extract

Autolyzed yeast extract and yeast extract may include barley gluten. The source of yeast extract may not be disclosed on the ingredient label, so only use or consume when the source of the yeast extract has been disclosed as gluten free.

• Beef Patty, ¼ lb. Signature
• Cheddar Cheese Sauce
• Chili – Contains yeast extract
• Creamy Avocado Lime Dipping Cup
• Creamy Bacon Mayo
• Creamy Southwest Dressing –  Autolyzed Yeast Extract
• Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce – Autolyzed Yeast Extract
• Seasoned Curly Fries – Yeast Extract

We’ve been told that many jack in the box locations have a dedicated fryer for their French fries and other fried items but it’s advised that you ask before you assume that they do.

Jack In the Box Menu Items To Avoid If You’re Gluten Free

I know you’ve digested alot so far (pun intended 🙂 so here is a quick recap of the menu items you should avoid if you’re following a Gluten Free Diet:

• All current Burger menu items
• All current Chicken menu items
• All current Breakfast menu items
• All current Jack’s Munchie Meals™ menu items
• Fries that are not fried in a separate and dedicated fryer
• All the items above that may contain hidden gluten ingredients

Summary

If you’re looking for a wholesome meal from jack in the box and you’re on a gluten free diet you’re pretty limited but these tips should help you out:

• Jack in the box has 4 salads that are gluten free
• ( Chicken Club Salad with Grilled Chicken*, Grilled Chicken Salad*, Side Salad*, Southwest Chicken Salad with Grilled Chicken*)
• Your Shakes options are:
• (Chocolate, Strawberry, Vanilla with Whipped Topping)
• If you need something off the kids menu then your only two options are
• Chiquita® Apple Bites with Caramel
• French Fries
• If you’re looking for a good burger then look elsewhere because jack in the box’s burgers are always served with gluten ingredients at this time. And if you go bunless, they still might have Hidden Gluten ingredients.