Nutrition comparison · official data
Chipotle vs Taco Bell 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 Taco Bell's own figures. Updated Oct 2026.
At a glance
Key Differences
- Most protein under 500 calories72 g28 gBowl: Black Beans, double ChickenBreakfast Quesadilla - Steak
- Calories in that order490500
- Signature item: calories660530Classic chicken bowlCrunchwrap Supreme®
- Signature item: sodium (daily value 2,300 mg)1,610 mg1,210 mg
- Menu items, sizes and ingredients124554
- Most protein for 500 calories or less: 72 g (490 calories) at Chipotle for a burrito bowl with Black Beans, double Chicken, against 28 g (500 calories) at Taco Bell for the Breakfast Quesadilla - Steak.
- Sodium in one signature item each: 1,610 mg (70% of the daily value) at Chipotle for a classic chicken bowl, and 1,210 mg (53%) at Taco Bell for the Crunchwrap Supreme®.
- Chipotle is build-your-own, so your total depends on what you add. Taco Bell sells set menu items, so most orders are fixed.
- Chipotle lists 124 menu items, sizes and ingredients; Taco Bell lists 554.
The details
Head to Head
| Chipotle | Taco Bell | |
|---|---|---|
| Most protein under 500 calories | 72 g, 490 calBowl: Black Beans, double Chicken | 28 g, 500 calBreakfast Quesadilla - Steak |
| Signature item | 660 cal, 50 g proteinClassic chicken bowl | 530 cal, 15 g proteinCrunchwrap Supreme® |
| Sodium in that item | 1,610 mg (70% of daily value) | 1,210 mg (53% of daily value) |
| How you order | Build your own | Set menu items |
| Menu items in our calculator | 124 | 554 |
| 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 Taco Bell
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 |
Taco Bell's Highest-Protein Picks
Single items under 500 calories, most protein first.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Quesadilla - Steak | 500 | 28 g | 1,290 mg |
| Quesadilla - Chicken | 490 | 26 g | 1,240 mg |
| Quesadilla - Steak | 500 | 26 g | 1,260 mg |
| Breakfast Quesadilla - Bacon | 500 | 25 g | 1,240 mg |
| Breakfast Quesadilla - Sausage | 500 | 23 g | 1,110 mg |
| 3-Cheese Chicken Flatbread Melt | 320 | 20 g | 750 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 |
Taco Bell
| Order | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crunchwrap Supreme with Cinnamon Twists | 700 | 17 g | 1,360 mg |
| 3 Crunchy Tacos | 510 | 21 g | 930 mg |
| Chicken Chalupa with potatoes | 570 | 18 g | 1,100 mg |
| Mexican Pizza and a 20 oz Baja Blast | 810 | 19 g | 1,080 mg |
| Lighter: 2 chicken soft tacos and black beans | 370 | 27 g | 1,160 mg |
| Beef Burrito Supreme and Nacho Fries | 740 | 20 g | 1,950 mg |
Chipotle vs Taco Bell FAQ
Is Chipotle or Taco Bell 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 28 g at Taco Bell. Comparing one signature item each: 660 calories and 1,610 mg of sodium at Chipotle for a classic chicken bowl, against 530 calories and 1,210 mg at Taco Bell for the Crunchwrap Supreme®. Build your usual order in both calculators to compare exactly.
Which has more protein, Chipotle or Taco Bell?
Under 500 calories, Chipotle comes out ahead: 72 g (490 calories) at Chipotle for a burrito bowl with Black Beans, double Chicken, and 28 g (500 calories) at Taco Bell for the Breakfast Quesadilla - Steak.
Which has less sodium, Chipotle or Taco Bell?
It depends on the order. Comparing one signature item each: 1,610 mg at Chipotle for a classic chicken bowl, and 1,210 mg at Taco Bell for the Crunchwrap Supreme®. 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 Taco Bell calculator, where you will find the source and date. Portions are made by hand and vary. See how we source and check data.