A typical Chipotle chicken bowl has about 50 grams of protein. That is with chicken, white rice, black beans, fresh tomato salsa, cheese, and lettuce. Change the protein or add double meat, and the number can range from about 20 grams to almost 70 grams.
This guide shows how many grams of protein are in each Chipotle protein, in common bowls and burritos, and how to build a bowl with 40, 50, or 60+ grams of protein.
Protein in Each Chipotle Meat (Per Serving)
| Protein | Calories | Protein (g) | Protein per 100 Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken | 180 | 32 | 17.8 g |
| Barbacoa | 170 | 24 | 14.1 g |
| Steak | 150 | 21 | 14.0 g |
| Carnitas | 210 | 23 | 11.0 g |
| Sofritas (tofu) | 150 | 8 | 5.3 g |
Chicken is the clear winner. It has the most protein and the best protein for the calories. Limited-time proteins like carne asada (21 g) or honey chicken (24 g) come and go. See every protein ranked in highest protein at Chipotle.
Protein in Common Chipotle Orders
| Order | Calories | Protein (g) |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken bowl (white rice, black beans, tomato salsa, cheese, lettuce) | 660 | 50 |
| Steak bowl (same build) | 630 | 39 |
| Double chicken bowl (white rice, black beans, fajita veggies, salsa, lettuce) | 750 | 77 |
| Chicken salad (supergreens, black beans, fajita veggies, green salsa) | 365 | 43 |
| Sofritas bowl (brown rice, black beans, fajita veggies, tomato salsa) | 535 | 21 |
| Chicken burrito (white rice, black beans, salsa, cheese, sour cream) | 1,085 | 60 |
Your own number depends on what you add. Build your exact order in the Chipotle protein calculator.
Where the Protein Comes From
Meat is the biggest source, but not the only one:
- Beans: 8 g per serving (black or pinto)
- Cheese: 6 g
- Queso blanco: 5 g
- Rice: 4 g
- Flour tortilla: 8 g
- Corn salsa: 3 g
So a bowl with chicken (32 g), beans (8 g), rice (4 g), and cheese (6 g) reaches 50 g without anything fancy.
How to Get More Protein in a Chipotle Bowl
- Pick chicken. It has about 10 grams more than steak.
- Add double protein. This adds roughly another serving of meat. See is double protein worth it.
- Add beans. 8 grams of protein plus 8 grams of fiber.
- Add cheese or queso if you have calories to spare.
- Swap rice for supergreens to keep protein high and calories low.
Example Bowls by Protein Goal
| Goal | Build | About |
|---|---|---|
| 40 g+, low calorie | Supergreens, chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, green salsa | 365 cal, 43 g |
| 50 g, balanced | Chicken, white rice, black beans, tomato salsa, cheese, lettuce | 660 cal, 50 g |
| 70 g+, bulking | Double chicken, rice, black beans, fajita veggies, salsa | 750 cal, 77 g |
For more ideas, see the best high protein Chipotle order and the best order for cutting.
Is Chipotle a Good Source of Protein?
Yes. A chicken bowl can give you 40 to 50 grams of protein, which is more than many fast food meals. The trade-off is sodium: most full bowls have 1,500 mg or more. If you watch salt, see our high protein, lower sodium order.
Chipotle Bowl Protein FAQ
How much protein is in a Chipotle chicken bowl?
About 32 grams from the chicken alone, and about 50 grams in a typical bowl with rice, beans, and cheese.
Which Chipotle protein has the most protein?
Chicken, with 32 grams per serving.
How much protein is in a Chipotle bowl with no meat?
A rice, beans, veggies, and salsa bowl has about 13 to 15 grams. Add sofritas for about 21 grams total.
Want every order planned for you? Get the Chipotle Macro Planner with 50 ready-made orders sorted by goal.
Nutrition numbers are estimates for one standard serving, based on publicly posted nutrition information. Portions in the restaurant vary and menus change, so check Chipotle’s official nutrition information for the latest numbers. This site is not affiliated with Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.
See every protein ranked in the Chipotle protein tier list.