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Chipotle • High Protein Guide • Updated June 2026

High Protein Options at Chipotle

Quick Answer: Chipotle has 27 high protein options. The highest-protein option at Chipotle is the Chicken Quesadilla with 58g protein (830 cal). Top pick overall: the Steak Salad (200 cal, 31g protein, Nom Score B).

27High Protein Options
41Total Analyzed
BBest Grade
See all 27 high protein options at Chipotle
The Nom Score read

The Steak Salad tops Chipotle’s 27 high protein options — Nom Score B (78/100) on 200 calories, 31g protein, and 325mg sodium. The Chicken Burrito carries the most protein at 39g. Most come from the Burritos menu (7 of 10). Protein ranges 28–39g across the picks.

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What to Avoid

These items at Chipotle don’t meet high protein criteria:

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Queso
only 6g protein (min 20)
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Sofritas Salad
only 9g protein (min 20)
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Sofritas Burrito Bowl
only 8g protein (min 20)
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White Rice
only 3g protein (min 20)
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Plant Powered Bowl
only 18g protein (min 20)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order High Protein at Chipotle

The ready-made High Protein Bowl has 82g protein; the Chicken Quesadilla has 58g
Any bowl comes with ~32g protein from a single chicken serving—ask for double protein to reach ~55g
Add fajita veggies and skip the chips (8g protein for 570 cal) to keep the ratio high
Heading out or stuck without options? Keep high protein snacks on hand  so a high protein choice is always within reach.
FAQ

Common questions about high protein at Chipotle

Is Chipotle good for high protein diets?

Yes — Chipotle has 27 high protein options, topped by the Steak Salad (Nom Score B).

What’s the best high protein option at Chipotle?

The Steak Salad is the best choice with 200 calories, 31g protein, and a Nom Score of B.

What is the highest-protein item at Chipotle?

The highest-protein option at Chipotle is the Chicken Quesadilla with 58g protein (830 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from Chipotle’s published nutrition information.

Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from Chipotle’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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