Nutrition comparison · official data
Chipotle vs Chick-fil-A Nutrition
Calories, protein and sodium compared, side by side
Big number: the most protein in one order under 500 calories
Both chains publish nutrition information for their menus. We ran both through the same engine that powers our calculators, so every number here comes from Chipotle's and Chick-fil-A's own figures. Updated Oct 2026.
At a glance
Key Differences
- Most protein under 500 calories72 g40 gBowl: Black Beans, double Chicken12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets
- Calories in that order490380
- Signature item: calories660420Classic chicken bowlChick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich
- Signature item: sodium (daily value 2,300 mg)1,610 mg1,470 mg
- Menu items, sizes and ingredients124360
- Most protein for 500 calories or less: 72 g (490 calories) at Chipotle for a burrito bowl with Black Beans, double Chicken, against 40 g (380 calories) at Chick-fil-A for 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets.
- Sodium in one signature item each: 1,610 mg (70% of the daily value) at Chipotle for a classic chicken bowl, and 1,470 mg (64%) at Chick-fil-A for the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich.
- Chipotle is build-your-own, so your total depends on what you add. Chick-fil-A sells set menu items, so most orders are fixed.
- Chipotle lists 124 menu items, sizes and ingredients; Chick-fil-A lists 360.
The details
Head to Head
| Chipotle | Chick-fil-A | |
|---|---|---|
| Most protein under 500 calories | 72 g, 490 calBowl: Black Beans, double Chicken | 40 g, 380 cal12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets |
| Signature item | 660 cal, 50 g proteinClassic chicken bowl | 420 cal, 29 g proteinChick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich |
| Sodium in that item | 1,610 mg (70% of daily value) | 1,470 mg (64% of daily value) |
| How you order | Build your own | Set menu items |
| Menu items in our calculator | 124 | 360 |
| Nutrients published | calories, protein, carbs, fat, saturated fat, fiber, sugar, sodium | calories, protein, carbs, fat, saturated fat, fiber, sugar, sodium |
| Data checked | Oct 2026 | Oct 2026 |
Each "most protein" order is one main dish, without sides or drinks; see how we picked them.
Side by side
Protein at Chipotle and Chick-fil-A
Chipotle's Protein Options
Per standard portion, most protein first.
| Protein | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken · 4 oz | 180 | 32 g | 310 mg |
| Barbacoa · 4 oz | 170 | 24 g | 530 mg |
| Carnitas · 4 oz | 210 | 23 g | 450 mg |
| Steak · 4 oz | 150 | 21 g | 330 mg |
| Sofritas · 4 oz | 150 | 8 g | 560 mg |
Chick-fil-A's Highest-Protein Picks
Single items under 500 calories, most protein first.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets · 170g | 380 | 40 g | 1,820 mg |
| 4 ct Chick-fil-A Chick-n-Strips® · 181g | 410 | 39 g | 1,150 mg |
| 12 ct Grilled Nuggets · 142g | 200 | 38 g | 660 mg |
| Grilled Chicken Club w/ American · 230g | 490 | 34 g | 1,145 mg |
| Hash Brown Scramble Burrito w/ Grilled Filet - no hash brown · 258g | 500 | 34 g | 1,380 mg |
| Chick-fil-A® Deluxe Sandwich w/ American · 247g | 490 | 32 g | 1,710 mg |
Try them
Example Orders
Chipotle
| Order | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic chicken bowl | 660 | 50 g | 1,610 mg |
| High-protein double chicken bowl | 555 | 73 g | 1,790 mg |
| Steak burrito | 1,055 | 49 g | 2,260 mg |
| Chicken salad with vinaigrette | 645 | 46 g | 1,865 mg |
| Crispy barbacoa tacos | 520 | 33 g | 1,270 mg |
| Sofritas bowl with guac | 765 | 23 g | 2,030 mg |
Chick-fil-A
| Order | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-count nuggets meal | 980 | 32 g | 1,665 mg |
| Chicken sandwich and fries | 840 | 34 g | 1,710 mg |
| Lighter grilled nuggets | 295 | 39 g | 1,230 mg |
| Spicy Deluxe and mac & cheese | 990 | 54 g | 3,080 mg |
| Market Salad with grilled filet | 630 | 28 g | 1,370 mg |
| Chicken biscuit breakfast | 730 | 22 g | 1,950 mg |
Chipotle vs Chick-fil-A FAQ
Is Chipotle or Chick-fil-A healthier?
Neither is healthier across the board; it depends on what you order. By each chain's official numbers, the most protein you can get for 500 calories or less is 72 g at Chipotle and 40 g at Chick-fil-A. Comparing one signature item each: 660 calories and 1,610 mg of sodium at Chipotle for a classic chicken bowl, against 420 calories and 1,470 mg at Chick-fil-A for the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich. Build your usual order in both calculators to compare exactly.
Which has more protein, Chipotle or Chick-fil-A?
Under 500 calories, Chipotle comes out ahead: 72 g (490 calories) at Chipotle for a burrito bowl with Black Beans, double Chicken, and 40 g (380 calories) at Chick-fil-A for 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets.
Which has less sodium, Chipotle or Chick-fil-A?
It depends on the order. Comparing one signature item each: 1,610 mg at Chipotle for a classic chicken bowl, and 1,470 mg at Chick-fil-A for the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich. The daily value is 2,300 mg. Both calculators show sodium for every item, so you can pick lower-sodium options as you build.
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About This Data
Figures are from each chain's own published nutrition information, as used in our Chipotle calculator and Chick-fil-A calculator, where you will find the source and date. Portions are made by hand and vary. See how we source and check data.