Chipotle Chicken Salad, Price, Calories, Vinaigrette Sugar & Recipe 2026
Chipotle Chicken Salad
A standard Chipotle Chicken Salad (supergreens, chicken, fajitas, fresh tomato salsa, cheese, and one packet of chipotle-honey vinaigrette) costs about$10.20and lands near570 calorieswith42g protein. Mild-medium, the adobo carries warmth, not real heat. The single biggest calorie source is the vinaigrette (220 cal, 18g sugar per packet), full breakdown below.
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What is the Chipotle Chicken Salad?
The Chipotle Chicken Salad is Chipotle’s supergreens-based salad, a bed of romaine, baby kale, and baby spinach, topped withChickenand whatever else you’d put in a bowl. It comes with a packet of Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette on the side. Fresh chicken thighs marinated in a chipotle-pepper adobo, grilled on the plancha and hand-chopped. On the supergreens base, chicken is the most-ordered salad protein.
Salads share Chipotle’s price by protein, the greens are free, so the choice between “bowl” and “salad” comes down to base and dressing, not cost.
Spice profile
How it’s cooked:Marinated overnight, grilled on the plancha, hand-chopped.
Marinade / seasoning:Chipotle-pepper adobo with cumin, oregano, garlic, black pepper, salt.
The supergreens base
Chipotle’s salad base is a mix of chopped romaine (about half), baby kale, and baby spinach, served cold, about 4 oz. It’s roughly15 calories, 1g protein, 3g carbs, 30mg sodiumper serving. Not enough to fill you up on its own, the whole point of the salad is to build it out with real toppings.
If you dislike bitter greens, ask for “romaine only”, most stores will do it. If you want more greens, ask for a double portion (free).
Vinaigrette is no longer bundled with the salad build
Chipotle stopped auto-including a packet ofChipotle-Honey Vinaigrettewith the salad build in August 2026. It’s now a paid side add-on at~$0.80. Sections below that reference it as “included” are describing the prior default, subtract the $0.80 if you skip it, and remove its 220 cal / 890mg sodium from the totals to see the plain-salad numbers.
The Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette (read this before you dump it on)
Ingredients: red-wine vinegar, water, honey, sugar, canola/soybean oil, Dijon mustard, chipotle chile powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and a stabilizer. It’s mildly spicy from the chipotle powder and sweet from the honey, which is also why it’snot vegan.
Three ways to fix the dressing math
- Use half a packet.Cuts 110 cal / 9g sugar without hurting flavor much.
- Skip it entirely, use fresh salsas.Green tomatillo + a squeeze of lime does 80% of the same job for zero calories.
- DIY at home:3 tbsp red-wine vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, ½ tsp chipotle powder, pinch of salt.
Chipotle Chicken Salad price (2026)
Chipotle prices salads the same as bowls, burritos, and tacos by protein. In 2026 a standard Chipotle Chicken Salad runs about$10.20, with a US range of roughly$9.50 – $11.50. The vinaigrette is free.
| Add-on | Typical charge |
|---|---|
| Guacamole | +$2.85 |
| Queso Blanco | +$2.25 |
| Double protein | +$4.60 – $5.10 |
| Extra vinaigrette packet | Usually free (ask) |
| Extra supergreens / salsa | Free |
| Side of chips | +$2.25 |
Prices are hand-sampled from multiple US stores in 2026, shown in USD.
Chipotle Chicken Salad nutrition
Numbers below reflect a standard SALAD build: supergreens, chicken, fajitas, fresh tomato salsa, cheese, and ONE packet of chipotle-honey vinaigrette. Adding rice, beans, or corn salsa lifts the total, see the calculator link above.
| Component | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supergreens (4 oz) | 15 | 1g | 0g | 3g | 30mg |
| Chicken (4 oz) | 180 | 32g | 7g | 0g | 310mg |
| Fajita veggies | 20 | 1g | 0g | 5g | 150mg |
| Fresh tomato salsa | 25 | 1g | 0g | 4g | 550mg |
| Cheese | 110 | 6g | 8g | 1g | 190mg |
| Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette (1 packet) | 220 | 1g | 16g | 18g | 260mg |
| Total (with vinaigrette) | 570 | 42g | 31g | 31g | 1490mg |
| Total (no vinaigrette) | 350 | 41g | 15g | 13g | 1230mg |
How to build the Chipotle Chicken Salad right
The “actually a salad” build
- Supergreens (ask for extra, free)
- Chicken, standard scoop
- Fajita veggies (free)
- Fresh tomato + corn salsa (both cold, no soggy greens)
- Cheese (or skip for lower sodium)
- Chipotle-honey vinaigrette on the side, dress at the table
The high-protein build
Double protein (+$4.60–$5.10) + fajitas + fresh salsa + cheese. Skip the vinaigrette and use olive-oil + lime. Lands near68g proteinfor under 500 calories.
The strict-keto build
Skip the vinaigrette, rice, beans, and corn salsa. Add fajitas, cheese, guac, sour cream, and all the fresh salsas. Cuts carbs to roughly10g. Dress with olive oil + lime (they’ll usually give you both if you ask).
The bulked-up salad-bowl hybrid
Add a scoop of black beans and half a scoop of brown rice. Adds ~240 cal but bumps fiber to 15g+ and makes the salad an actual meal.
Dietary flags
Best for
- High-protein eaters
- Meal-prep
- Low-carb dieters (skip rice + beans)
Not the best fit for
- Vegetarians
- Anyone who dislikes bitter greens (ask for extra lettuce mix / romaine only)
Copycat Chipotle Chicken Salad recipe (home version)
This makes the salad complete, the protein plus the dressing that makes it taste like Chipotle’s. Best home cut for the protein:Boneless, skinless chicken thighs..
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo + 1 tbsp sauce
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
- 8 cups supergreens mix (baby kale + spinach + romaine)
- 1 cup fajita bell peppers + red onion
- Fresh tomato salsa + shredded cheese to serve
Homemade Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp red-wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey (or a bit more to taste)
- ½ tsp chipotle chile powder
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Pinch of salt
Whisk everything together (or shake in a small jar). Makes ~½ cup, enough for 4 salads.
Method
- Blend chipotles, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and oil to a paste.
- Marinate chicken thighs 4–24 hours.
- Sear on a screaming-hot plancha or cast iron 3–4 min per side.
- Rest 5 minutes, hand-chop.
- Toss the supergreens with vinaigrette FIRST (see recipe below), then top with warm chicken, fajitas, salsa, and cheese.
Total time: about 30 minutes plus marinating time. Salad greens keep 3 days undressed; the vinaigrette keeps a week in the fridge.
Chipotle Chicken Salad vs the same-protein bowl and burrito
| Format | Price | Calories | Carbs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipotle Chicken Salad (with vinaigrette) | $10.20 | ~570 | ~31g | Greens + protein + dressing; big calorie load from the dressing |
| Chipotle Chicken Salad (no vinaigrette) | $10.20 | ~350 | ~13g | The cleanest build on the whole menu; keto-friendly with swaps |
| Chicken Bowl (rice + beans) | $10.20 | ~785 | ~96g | Heartier; carb-heavy from rice + beans |
| Chicken Burrito | $10.20 | ~1100 | ~141g | Portable, +320 cal from the tortilla alone |
Storage & reheating leftovers
A Chipotle salad keeps 2–3 days in the fridge IF the vinaigrette is separate. Once greens are dressed, they wilt in 30 minutes.
Protein, skillet or microwave
Warm the protein separately in a small pan or microwave 45 seconds. Add it warm to cold greens (contrast is good).
Greens, keep them cold and dry
Store greens with a paper towel in the container to soak up condensation. Dress at the table, not before.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Chipotle Chicken Salad cost?
About$10.20, US range roughly $9.50 – $11.50. Salads are priced the same as bowls and burritos by protein.
How many calories in a Chipotle Chicken Salad?
A standard build with the honey vinaigrette is about570 calories; without the dressing it drops to350 calories. Adding rice + beans adds ~340 more.
Is the Chipotle Chicken Salad healthy?
The build is, real greens, real vegetables, real protein. The Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette is the wildcard: 220 cal and 12g of sugar per packet. Use half, or ask for it on the side.
Is the Chipotle Chicken Salad gluten-free?
Yes, every ingredient in a standard salad is gluten-free. The vinaigrette is also gluten-free.
Is the Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette vegan?
No, it contains real honey. Ask for it on the side and dress with olive oil + lime for a strict-vegan build.
Can I get a Chipotle Chicken Salad on keto?
Yes if you skip the honey-vinaigrette (18g sugar per packet), rice, beans, and corn salsa; use olive oil + lime + hot sauce instead
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What comes in a Chipotle Chicken Salad by default?
Supergreens (romaine + baby kale + baby spinach), chicken, and any four of: fajita veggies, one or more of the four salsas, cheese, sour cream, lettuce, and guacamole. One packet of Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette on the side.
What’s in the supergreens mix?
Roughly half chopped romaine, plus baby kale and baby spinach. If you don’t want kale, ask for “romaine only.”
Can I add rice and beans to a salad?
Yes, you can build a salad exactly like a bowl. It’s basically a bowl with a greens base instead of rice, plus dressing on the side.
Can I get the vinaigrette on the side?
Always. It’s the smartest way to order, you control how much you use, and undressed greens keep for days.
Can I order a Chipotle Chicken Salad through Uber Eats or DoorDash?
Yes, but delivery pricing plus fees runs 15–20% higher than in-store. The Chipotle app with pickup or Chipotle-delivered is almost always cheaper.
Is a Chipotle Chicken Salad good for meal prep?
Yes, greens hold 2–3 days if the vinaigrette stays off them. Reheat the chicken gently.
What are the full nutrition facts for Chipotle Chicken Salad?
The full nutrition breakdown — calories, protein, fat, carbs, and sodium per component — is in the nutrition table above.
Is there a Chipotle Chicken Salad copycat recipe I can make at home?
Yes — the full copycat recipe with ingredients, marinade, and step-by-step method is in the recipe section above.
Chipotle Chicken Salad vs bowl — what’s the difference?
See the comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown of price, calories, and carbs across formats.
Prices and nutrition are hand-sampled from public Chipotle data and multiple US store menus in 2026 and are provided as a general guide. Your local store can vary. Chipotle® is a trademark of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.; this page is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Chipotle.
