Nutrition & Nom Score
El Pollo Loco
The healthiest main at El Pollo Loco right now is the Taco al Carbón — Nom Score A (170 calories, 15g protein, 250mg sodium).
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About El Pollo Loco
Juan Francisco “Pancho” Ochoa started El Pollo Loco as a roadside stand in Guasave, Mexico in 1975, grilling citrus-marinated chicken over an open flame. He brought it north to Los Angeles in December 1980, and the U.S. chain is now run from Costa Mesa, California.
- Founded
- 1975
- HQ
- Costa Mesa, California
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El Pollo Loco nutrition FAQ
What is the healthiest thing to order at El Pollo Loco?
The healthiest main at El Pollo Loco right now is the Taco al Carbón — Nom Score A (170 calories, 15g protein, 250mg sodium).
How many El Pollo Loco menu items are rated A or B?
24 of 47 El Pollo Loco menu items earn a Nom Score of A or B for nutritional quality.
What is the lowest-calorie item at El Pollo Loco?
The lowest-calorie item at El Pollo Loco is the Broccoli, at 30 calories.
Does El Pollo Loco have high-protein options?
Yes — the highest-protein pick is the Queso Crunch Double Chicken Burrito Bowl, with 78g protein. Sort the full menu by protein to see more.
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