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Chipotle Quesadilla Macros by Protein

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A Chipotle chicken quesadilla has about 610 calories, 46 grams of protein, 51 grams of carbs, and 24 grams of fat. That is a flour tortilla, chicken, and cheese. A plain cheese quesadilla is about 430 calories with 14 grams of protein.

This guide lists the macros for every Chipotle quesadilla, plus fajita veggies, sides, and the kids quesadilla.

Chipotle Quesadilla Macros by Protein

Quesadilla (tortilla + cheese + protein) Calories Protein Carbs Fat Sodium
Chicken 610 46 g 51 g 24 g 1,100 mg
Steak 580 35 g 52 g 23 g 1,120 mg
Barbacoa 600 38 g 53 g 24 g 1,320 mg
Carnitas 640 37 g 51 g 29 g 1,240 mg
Sofritas 580 22 g 60 g 27 g 1,350 mg
Cheese only 430 14 g 51 g 17 g 790 mg

The quesadilla tortilla alone is 320 calories and 8 grams of protein. Cheese adds 110 calories and 6 grams. The rest comes from your protein.

Best Chipotle Quesadilla for Macros

  • Most protein: chicken, with 46 grams.
  • Fewest calories with meat: steak, at about 580.
  • Vegetarian: cheese only, or sofritas for more protein.

Compare the proteins in chicken vs steak at Chipotle.

Adding Fajita Veggies and Sides

Add-On Calories Protein
Fajita veggies (inside) +20 +1 g
Fresh tomato salsa (side) +25 0 g
Tomatillo green salsa (side) +15 0 g
Sour cream (side) +110 +2 g
Guacamole (side) +230 +2 g
Queso blanco (side) +120 +5 g

A chicken quesadilla with fajita veggies and salsa stays around 655 calories. Add sour cream and guac, and it jumps near 1,000.

Chipotle Kids Quesadilla

The kids quesadilla is smaller than the regular one and comes with a side. Its numbers depend on the protein and side you pick. See the full kids menu in Chipotle kids menu nutrition.

Quesadilla vs Bowl vs Burrito

Chicken Order Calories Protein
Quesadilla (tortilla, chicken, cheese) 610 46 g
Bowl (rice, beans, salsa, cheese, lettuce) 660 50 g
Burrito (rice, beans, salsa, cheese, sour cream) 1,085 60 g

The quesadilla is a fairly compact meal. It has fewer calories than a loaded burrito but less fiber than a bowl with beans.

Chipotle Quesadilla FAQ

How much protein is in a Chipotle chicken quesadilla?

About 46 grams.

How many calories are in a Chipotle cheese quesadilla?

About 430 calories.

Is a Chipotle quesadilla healthy?

A chicken quesadilla is high in protein but also high in refined carbs and sodium. Add fajita veggies and salsa for more volume.

Build yours in the Chipotle quesadilla calorie calculator.

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.

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