Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Allergen Menu

This guide provides you with a list of allergens in foods offered at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen fast food restaurants.
What are Food Allergens?
Federal regulations have identified nine major food allergens: eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soybeans, tree nuts, and wheat.
It’s important to note that certain foods may be prepared or cooked using shared equipment.
Fried foods, for example, may be cooked in common oil in a shared fryer. Accordingly, even foods made without a declared allergen may come into contact with or contain allergens through cross-contamination.
Note that highly refined oil, even if derived from one of the major food allergen groups such as refined soybean oil, is exempted from federal regulation guidelines.

Popeyes Allergen Menu
The following sections list the food items and tasty meals on Popeyes’ menu made with one or more of the major food allergens.
The list indicates which allergen(s) (e.g., eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, etc.) are present in the food and includes notes to indicate potential cross-contamination risk for products prepared and/or cooked in a shared fryer or toaster.
Allergen information is based on menu items available at locations in the United States.
Signature Chicken and Sandwiches
With the exception of blackened chicken tenders, all fried chicken items are made with wheat. There are no gluten-free options and no vegan options on this menu.
Here is the list of declared allergens in Popeyes signature classic and spicy chicken, chicken tenders, wings, and chicken sandwiches.
MENU ITEM | ALLERGENS | NOTES |
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Classic Signature Chicken (wing, leg, breast, and thigh) | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Spicy Signature Chicken (wing, leg, breast, and thigh) | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Classic Chicken Tenders | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Spicy Chicken Tenders | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Blackened Chicken Tenders | May contain soy | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Classic Boneless Wings | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Spicy Bone-In Wings | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Honey BBQ Wings (boneless or bone-in) | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Honey Lemon Pepper Wings (boneless or bone-in) | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Roasted Garlic Parmesan Wings (boneless or bone-in) | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Signature Hot Wings (boneless or bone-in) | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Sweet ‘n Spicy Wings (boneless or bone-in) | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | Chicken is cooked in shared fryer |
Classic Chicken Sandwich | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat (may also contain sesame) | Menu item is cooked in shared fryer and toaster |
Spicy Chicken Sandwich | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat (may also contain sesame) | Menu item is cooked in shared fryer and toaster |
This guide is for general informational purposes only. Restaurants and their food suppliers may change recipes without notice. Anyone with food allergies or dietary restrictions should check Popeyes website or contact the company for the most up-to-date information about the food. Neither Nutrition & Ingredients nor its staff assume any responsibility for individuals with food sensitivities or allergic reactions. Consult with your physician about health concerns and dietary advice.

Seafood
Except for the occasional limited time offers, seafood options are limited at Popeyes. That said, the popcorn shrimp is one of the most popular dishes and is available a la carte or as a combo with side dishes, which may be a good option for family meals.
The common allergens listed for popcorn shrimp include all available sizes on the menu but exclude dipping sauces. (Popeyes allergen chart for dipping sauces is provided below.)
MENU ITEM | ALLERGENS | NOTES |
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Popcorn Shrimp | Egg, Fish, Milk, Wheat | Seafood is cooked in a shared fryer |

Check our detailed guide to Popeyes full menu for additional nutrition information.
Popeyes’ Signature Sides
Review the following table for a list of allergens in french fries, macaroni & cheese, biscuits, and other side dishes at Popeyes quick serve restaurant.
MENU ITEM | ALLERGENS | NOTES |
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Biscuit | Milk, Soy, Wheat | |
Cajun Fries | Wheat | Fries are cooked in a shared fryer |
Homestyle Mac & Cheese | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat | |
Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy | Milk, Soy, Wheat | |
Coleslaw | Egg, Soy |
Dipping Sauces
Potential allergens in dipping sauces applies to any portion size.
MENU ITEM | ALLERGENS |
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Bayou Buffalo Sauce | Milk |
BoldBQ | Soy, Wheat |
Blackened Ranch | Egg, Milk |
Buttermilk Ranch | Egg, Milk |
Mardi Gras Mustard | Egg |
Tartar Sauce | Egg |
Wild Honey Mustard | Egg |

Desserts
Popeyes desserts menu includes items: the cinnamon apple pie, caramel apple cheesecake, and the chocolate chip biscuit.
Unfortunately, the latter two menu items are new and Popeyes has not yet updated its allergen information.
That said, based on an educated guess, allergens for the cheesecake and biscuit include eggs, dairy, wheat, and may include soy. We will update this guide as soon as the information is available.
MENU ITEM | ALLERGENS | NOTES |
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Cinnamon Apple Pie | Milk, Soy, Wheat | Apple pie is prepared in a common fryer and/or toaster |
Nutrition & Ingredients staff updates our food guides and allergen reports regularly. However, restaurants and food suppliers may change product formulations without notice. Please contact us if you notice any allergen details in this report that need our attention. For official information, visit the Popeyes website.
FAQs
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Allergens source: Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen