Nutrition comparison · official data
Taco Bell 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 Taco Bell's and Chick-fil-A's own figures. Updated Oct 2026.
At a glance
Key Differences
- Most protein under 500 calories28 g40 gBreakfast Quesadilla - Steak12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets
- Calories in that order500380
- Signature item: calories530420Crunchwrap Supreme®Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich
- Signature item: sodium (daily value 2,300 mg)1,210 mg1,470 mg
- Menu items, sizes and ingredients554360
- Most protein for 500 calories or less: 40 g (380 calories) at Chick-fil-A for 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets, against 28 g (500 calories) at Taco Bell for the Breakfast Quesadilla - Steak.
- Sodium in one signature item each: 1,210 mg (53% of the daily value) at Taco Bell for the Crunchwrap Supreme®, and 1,470 mg (64%) at Chick-fil-A for the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich.
- Main dishes under 500 calories: 51 of 77 at Taco Bell, and 49 of 78 at Chick-fil-A.
- Taco Bell lists 554 menu items, sizes and ingredients; Chick-fil-A lists 360.
The details
Head to Head
| Taco Bell | Chick-fil-A | |
|---|---|---|
| Most protein under 500 calories | 28 g, 500 calBreakfast Quesadilla - Steak | 40 g, 380 cal12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets |
| Signature item | 530 cal, 15 g proteinCrunchwrap Supreme® | 420 cal, 29 g proteinChick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich |
| Sodium in that item | 1,210 mg (53% of daily value) | 1,470 mg (64% of daily value) |
| How you order | Set menu items | Set menu items |
| Menu items in our calculator | 554 | 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 Taco Bell and Chick-fil-A
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 |
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
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 |
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 |
Taco Bell vs Chick-fil-A FAQ
Is Taco Bell 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 28 g at Taco Bell and 40 g at Chick-fil-A. Comparing one signature item each: 530 calories and 1,210 mg of sodium at Taco Bell for the Crunchwrap Supreme®, 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, Taco Bell or Chick-fil-A?
Under 500 calories, Chick-fil-A comes out ahead: 28 g (500 calories) at Taco Bell for the Breakfast Quesadilla - Steak, and 40 g (380 calories) at Chick-fil-A for 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets.
Which has less sodium, Taco Bell or Chick-fil-A?
It depends on the order. Comparing one signature item each: 1,210 mg at Taco Bell for the Crunchwrap Supreme®, 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 Taco Bell 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.