Chipotle High Protein Menu — Every Item, Macro & Creator Build (2026)
Chipotle Mexican Grill launched its first-ever High Protein Menu nationwide on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, with items ranging from 15 to 81 grams of protein per item. This page covers every item, every macro, every price — plus the three creator-inspired builds added to the Chipotle app on January 5, 2026. All data is sourced from Chipotle’s official press release.
Quick Answer: What’s on the Chipotle High Protein Menu?
The Chipotle High Protein Menu has 7 core items: High Protein Cup (Chicken or Steak, $3.82–$5.80), Adobo Chicken Taco (from $3.50), Double High Protein Bowl (81g protein, $13.15), High Protein-High Fiber Bowl (46g protein, 14g fiber, GLP-1 friendly), High Protein-Low Calorie Salad (36g protein, 470 cal), and Double High Protein Burrito (79g protein). Three creator-inspired builds — Josh Hart’s Burrito (95g protein), Smaller Sam’s Tacos, and Kylie’s Bowl — were added January 5, 2026, available only on the Chipotle app.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced its first-ever High Protein Menu on December 18, 2025, with a nationwide launch five days later on Tuesday, December 23. It’s the chain’s most significant menu addition since the introduction of Sofritas — and the first time Chipotle has formalized the high-protein customization patterns customers were already making on their own. The menu rolled out simultaneously in all U.S. and Canadian Chipotle locations.
As Chipotle’s President and Chief Brand Officer Chris Brandt put it in the December 18 press release:
“For years, guests have used Chipotle’s customizable offerings to build high protein and fiber-filled meals on their own. This curated menu brings that fan behavior to the forefront with clean ingredients and flexible portions, making protein and other dietary goals easier to reach in just a few taps.” — Chris Brandt, President & Chief Brand Officer, Chipotle Mexican Grill
This page is the complete reference for every Chipotle High Protein Menu item, with verified protein counts, calorie totals, fiber, full ingredient lists and national average prices straight from Chipotle’s official press release. We’ve also added a section on the three creator-inspired builds (Josh Hart, Smaller Sam, Kylie Sakaida) released to the Chipotle app on January 5, 2026.
Why Chipotle Launched a High Protein Menu
Chipotle cited three converging consumer trends as the reason for the launch, all backed by the International Food Information Council’s 2025 Food & Health Survey:
The launch also reflects a wider “protein arms race” in fast-casual dining. Sweetgreen has pushed Protein Plates (30–50g protein), CAVA offers double-meat bowls hitting 60g+, and chains like Smoothie King, Arby’s, Starbucks and Dunkin’ have all rolled out protein-focused offerings. Chipotle’s advantage: a single-purchase $3.82 protein snack cup — no rice, no beans, just the macro — which no competing chain offers.
The Core Chipotle High Protein Menu (7 Items)
These seven items make up the core High Protein Menu, available in-restaurant and on the Chipotle app since launch. All builds feature Chipotle’s Adobo Chicken — humanely raised, never given antibiotics, and marinated in Chipotle’s signature chipotle adobo before being hand-grilled.
| Item | Calories | Protein | Fiber | Price (avg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Protein Cup (Chicken) | 180 | 32g | 0g | $3.82 |
| High Protein Cup (Steak) | 150 | 21g | 0g | $5.80 |
| Adobo Chicken Taco (single) | 190 | 15g | 2g | From $3.50 |
| High Protein-Low Calorie Salad | 470 | 36g | 10g | ~$10.95 |
| High Protein-High Fiber Bowl | 540 | 46g | 14g | ~$9.35 |
| Double High Protein Bowl | 760 | 81g | 11g | $13.15 |
| Double High Protein Burrito | 840 | 79g | 6g | ~$13.15 |
The High Protein Cup — Chipotle’s First-Ever Snack
The headline item of the entire launch is the High Protein Cup — a 4-ounce serving of grilled Adobo Chicken or Steak sold as a standalone snack. It’s Chipotle’s first standalone snack item in the company’s 32-year history and the only fast-casual product of its kind in the U.S. market.
Why it’s a big deal
- 32 grams of protein in 180 calories — better protein-per-calorie ratio than most protein bars or shakes
- $3.82 national average price — cheaper than equivalent protein bars (Quest at ~$2.50 each gives only 21g protein)
- Clean ingredients only — Chipotle’s Adobo Chicken contains no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives
- Humanely raised, antibiotic-free chicken
- Can be ordered alone or as an add-on to any existing meal
How to use it
- Pre-workout snack: 180 cal of fast-digesting protein 30–60 minutes before training
- Post-workout protein: Pair with a banana or rice cake for a complete recovery snack
- Office snack: 32g of real protein vs. the typical 15–20g in protein bars
- Meal-prep boost: Add to a homemade salad, wrap or bowl for an instant macro upgrade
- “Stack” it on a Chipotle bowl — order a Veggie Bowl ($11.35) and add a High Protein Cup ($3.82) for a custom 65g+ protein meal under $16
Chipotle High Protein Bowls & Burritos — Full Ingredient Lists
The four entrée items on the High Protein Menu — the Double Bowl, High Fiber Bowl, Low Calorie Salad and Double Burrito — are all built on the same protein base (Adobo Chicken) but engineered for different goals.
Double High Protein Bowl — 81g protein, 760 cal, $13.15
The highest-protein item on the entire Chipotle menu. Built for serious lifters and athletes.
- Protein: Double Adobo Chicken (8 oz total)
- Base: Light white rice
- Beans: Black beans
- Toppings: Fajita vegetables, fresh tomato salsa, Monterey Jack cheese, extra romaine lettuce
- Macros: 81g protein · 11g fiber · 760 cal
High Protein-High Fiber Bowl — 46g protein, 14g fiber, 540 cal · GLP-1 friendly
Officially flagged by Chipotle as GLP-1 friendly. The highest-fiber item on the High Protein Menu and one of the most macro-balanced options.
- Protein: Adobo Chicken (single portion)
- Base: Light brown rice (more fiber than white)
- Beans: Black beans
- Toppings: Fajita vegetables, roasted chili-corn salsa, fresh tomato salsa, romaine lettuce
- Macros: 46g protein · 14g fiber · 540 cal
High Protein-Low Calorie Salad — 36g protein, 470 cal · GLP-1 friendly
The lightest entrée on the High Protein Menu. Also flagged as GLP-1 friendly. Includes guacamole standard at no extra charge in this specific build.
- Protein: Adobo Chicken (single portion)
- Base: Supergreens lettuce mix (baby kale, baby spinach, romaine)
- Toppings: Fajita vegetables, fresh tomato salsa, guacamole
- Macros: 36g protein · 10g fiber · 470 cal
Double High Protein Burrito — 79g protein, 840 cal
The portable version of the Double High Protein Bowl. Same protein numbers, wrapped in a flour tortilla.
- Protein: Double Adobo Chicken
- Wrap: 12-inch flour tortilla (adds 320 cal, 600mg sodium)
- Toppings: Fresh tomato salsa, fajita vegetables, Monterey Jack cheese, romaine lettuce
- Macros: 79g protein · 6g fiber · 840 cal
- Note: No rice or beans in the standard build — designed to keep carbs lower than a typical burrito while maintaining portability
Creator-Inspired Builds (App-Only, Launched January 5, 2026)
On January 5, 2026, Chipotle added three creator-inspired entrées to the Chipotle app, Chipotle.com and Chipotle.ca. These are the actual go-to orders of three real Chipotle superfans — an NBA player, a health content creator, and a registered dietitian. They are not available at the in-store register; you must order through the Chipotle app or website.
Josh Hart’s High Protein Burrito
Professional basketball player Josh Hart is a longtime Chipotle superfan and Chipotle Celebrity Card holder. He prioritizes protein at Chipotle to fuel his on-court performance.
Build: Double Adobo Chicken, white rice, black beans, fresh tomato salsa, roasted chili-corn salsa, sour cream, Monterey Jack cheese, flour tortilla. Highest-protein item on the entire Chipotle menu.
Smaller Sam’s High Protein Tacos
Samantha Milton is a health content creator who has lost over 255 pounds while maintaining a calorie deficit and prioritizing protein. She regularly orders Chipotle as part of her sustainable nutrition routine.
Build: Three crispy corn tortilla tacos with Adobo Chicken, light roasted chili-corn salsa, fajita veggies, served with sides of tomatillo-red chili salsa and sour cream. Best protein-per-calorie ratio of the creator builds.
Kylie’s High Protein Chicken Bowl
Kylie Sakaida is a registered dietitian and bestselling cookbook author who provides accessible, evidence-based nutrition guidance. Her bowl combines white and brown rice plus both bean varieties for balanced macros.
Build: Adobo Chicken, half white rice + half brown rice, half black beans + half pinto beans, extra fajita vegetables, tomatillo-green chili salsa, Monterey Jack cheese, romaine lettuce. The most macro-balanced creator build.
GLP-1 Friendly Items (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro)
Chipotle officially flags two items on the High Protein Menu as “GLP-1 friendly”: the High Protein-High Fiber Bowl and the High Protein-Low Calorie Salad. This is a first for any major fast-casual chain.
“GLP-1 friendly” isn’t a medical term — it generally refers to meals that work well for people taking GLP-1 receptor agonist medications like Ozempic (semaglutide), Wegovy (semaglutide), Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide). These medications:
- Slow gastric emptying, which means large or fatty meals can feel uncomfortably filling
- Reduce appetite, so each meal needs to be nutrient-dense to deliver enough protein and fiber in a smaller portion
- Can cause muscle loss alongside fat loss, making adequate protein intake critical
The two GLP-1 friendly Chipotle items are designed to deliver high protein + high fiber in a smaller calorie envelope, with limited heavy fats. Both fit comfortably in a typical GLP-1 user’s daily eating pattern.
| Item | Calories | Protein | Fiber | Why GLP-1 Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Protein-High Fiber Bowl | 540 | 46g | 14g | Lighter portion, high fiber for satiety, no queso or heavy fats |
| High Protein-Low Calorie Salad | 470 | 36g | 10g | Smallest calorie footprint with substantial protein; no rice or beans |
Chipotle High Protein Menu Prices (2026)
Chipotle prices vary by location. Below are the national weighted averages disclosed by Chipotle in the December 18, 2025 press release, plus our own verifications. Add $2.95 for guacamole or queso blanco on any item.
| Item | National Avg Price | Cost per gram of protein |
|---|---|---|
| High Protein Cup (Chicken) | $3.82 | $0.12 |
| High Protein Cup (Steak) | $5.80 | $0.28 |
| Adobo Chicken Taco (single, starting) | $3.50 | $0.23 |
| High Protein-High Fiber Bowl | ~$9.35 | $0.20 |
| High Protein-Low Calorie Salad | ~$10.95 | $0.30 |
| Double High Protein Bowl | $13.15 | $0.16 |
| Double High Protein Burrito | ~$13.15 | $0.17 |
| Josh Hart’s High Protein Burrito (app) | ~$14.50 | $0.15 |
| Smaller Sam’s High Protein Tacos (app) | ~$11.50 | $0.29 |
| Kylie’s High Protein Chicken Bowl (app) | ~$11.85 | $0.23 |
How to Order from the Chipotle High Protein Menu
In-store
Tell the team member you want a High Protein Menu item by name (e.g., “Double High Protein Bowl”). They’ll know exactly what to build because the items are part of the standard kitchen training as of December 23, 2025. The High Protein Cup is rung up as a side at the register.
Chipotle App
The fastest way to order, and the only way to get the creator-inspired builds:
- Open the Chipotle app
- Tap the “High Protein Menu” tile (or search “High Protein”)
- Pick from the 7 core items or 3 creator builds (creator builds appear under a “Featured Creator Builds” section)
- Customize if desired — every High Protein Menu item is still customizable
- Earn 10 Chipotle Rewards points per $1 spent
Chipotle.com / Chipotle.ca
Same as the app but via the browser. The High Protein Menu category appears in the main menu navigation. Creator builds available from January 5, 2026.
Third-party delivery (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub)
The 7 core High Protein items are available on third-party delivery platforms. Expect a 10–25% markup over Chipotle’s direct prices. Creator builds are not available on third-party platforms — only via Chipotle’s own app and website.
High Protein Menu vs Regular Chipotle Menu — Is It Worth It?
The honest answer: most High Protein Menu items can be built manually from the regular menu. So is it worth ordering by name? Three reasons it actually matters:
- Speed and consistency. Ordering “Double High Protein Bowl” gets you the exact same build every time, with no guesswork at the line or in the app. Saves about 30 seconds of customization.
- The High Protein Cup is unique. The $3.82 protein snack cup is genuinely new — you can’t order a 4-oz protein-only side from the regular menu. This is the only High Protein Menu item that can’t be replicated as a custom order.
- Macro accuracy. Chipotle calibrated the portions specifically — “light” rice means roughly half a normal scoop, which Chipotle staff are trained to recognize. Building it manually with the regular menu often results in slightly different macros.
If you’re a long-time Chipotle customer with your own go-to high-protein order, the High Protein Menu doesn’t unlock anything dramatic. If you’re new to high-protein eating at Chipotle, the curated menu is a clean starting point — and ordering by name in the app is faster than manually customizing every ingredient.
Chipotle High Protein Menu — Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Chipotle High Protein Menu launch?
Chipotle’s first-ever High Protein Menu launched on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in all U.S. and Canadian restaurants. The athlete and creator-inspired builds (Josh Hart, Smaller Sam, Kylie) were added to the Chipotle app on January 5, 2026.
What is on the Chipotle High Protein Menu?
The core High Protein Menu has 7 items: the High Protein Cup (Chicken or Steak), the Adobo Chicken Taco, the Double High Protein Bowl, the High Protein-High Fiber Bowl, the High Protein-Low Calorie Salad, and the Double High Protein Burrito. Three additional creator-inspired builds are available on the Chipotle app: Josh Hart’s High Protein Burrito, Smaller Sam’s High Protein Tacos, and Kylie’s High Protein Chicken Bowl.
What is the Chipotle High Protein Cup?
The High Protein Cup is Chipotle’s first-ever standalone snack item — a 4-ounce serving of grilled Adobo Chicken or Steak. The chicken version delivers 32g of protein in just 180 calories at $3.82 (national average). The steak version is 21g protein, 150 calories, $5.80. It’s designed as a portable protein snack you can eat alone or add to any existing order.
How much protein is in the Chipotle Double High Protein Bowl?
The Double High Protein Bowl delivers 81 grams of protein in 760 calories, making it the highest-protein core menu item. It contains double Adobo Chicken, light white rice, black beans, fajita vegetables, fresh tomato salsa, Monterey Jack cheese and extra romaine lettuce. The national average price is $13.15.
What are the Chipotle High Protein Menu prices?
Prices vary by location. National averages from Chipotle: High Protein Cup (chicken) $3.82, High Protein Cup (steak) $5.80, Single Adobo Chicken Taco from $3.50, High Protein-High Fiber Bowl around $9.35, High Protein-Low Calorie Salad around $10.95, Double High Protein Bowl $13.15, Double High Protein Burrito around $13.15.
Why did Chipotle launch a High Protein Menu?
Chipotle cited three trends: (1) a high-protein diet has held the title as the top diet pattern in the U.S. for three consecutive years, (2) 70% of Americans say they are prioritizing protein, (3) the rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, which require higher protein intake to preserve muscle. The menu is designed to formalize protein-stacking customizations Chipotle customers were already making.
What is a GLP-1 friendly Chipotle bowl?
Chipotle officially flags two High Protein Menu items as “GLP-1 friendly”: the High Protein-High Fiber Bowl (46g protein, 14g fiber, 540 cal) and the High Protein-Low Calorie Salad (36g protein, 10g fiber, 470 cal). GLP-1 friendly means the meal prioritizes protein and fiber over calorie-dense fats and refined carbs, which is the recommended eating pattern for people on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound.
Who are Josh Hart, Smaller Sam and Kylie on the Chipotle High Protein Menu?
Chipotle partnered with three real Chipotle customers to add creator-built meals to the app on January 5, 2026: Josh Hart, NBA player and longtime Chipotle Celebrity Card holder; Samantha “Smaller Sam” Milton, a health content creator who lost 255 pounds while making Chipotle a regular part of her routine; and Kylie Sakaida (@nutritionbykylie), a registered dietitian and bestselling cookbook author. Their go-to builds are now orderable by name in the Chipotle app.
Is the High Protein Menu available everywhere?
Yes — the High Protein Menu launched in all U.S. and Canadian Chipotle locations on December 23, 2025. You can order in-restaurant, on chipotle.com, chipotle.ca or through the Chipotle app. Creator-inspired builds (Josh Hart, Smaller Sam, Kylie) are app-only and not available at the in-store register.
Is the Adobo Chicken on the High Protein Menu the same as regular Chipotle chicken?
Chipotle’s Adobo Chicken on the High Protein Menu is the same recipe — humanely raised chicken marinated in Chipotle’s signature chipotle adobo and grilled fresh. According to Chipotle, the chicken is never given antibiotics. The “Adobo Chicken” label highlights the marinade preparation method that distinguishes Chipotle’s protein from generic grilled chicken.
What is the highest protein item on the Chipotle menu?
Josh Hart’s High Protein Burrito at 95 grams of protein is the highest-protein item available at Chipotle in 2026 — but it’s only orderable through the Chipotle app. Among in-store items, the Double High Protein Bowl at 81g protein is the highest. The High Protein Cup (Chicken) at 32g protein in 180 calories has the highest protein-per-calorie ratio.
Can I customize High Protein Menu items?
Yes. Every Chipotle High Protein Menu item starts with a default recipe but is fully customizable. You can swap proteins (e.g., chicken for steak), change rice or beans, add or remove toppings, and add paid extras like guacamole or queso blanco. The “High Protein” naming reflects the default build’s macros — customizations will change the macros.
How does the Chipotle High Protein Cup compare to a protein bar?
The High Protein Cup at $3.82 delivers 32g of real, whole-food protein in 180 calories. Compared to a typical protein bar (Quest Bar at ~$2.50 with 21g protein, 200 cal, plus protein isolates and sugar alcohols), the Chipotle cup gives you 50% more protein at a slightly higher price — and it’s whole-food chicken instead of an extruded bar. Better protein quality, no added sugars, no artificial sweeteners.
Is the Chipotle High Protein Menu available in the UK?
No. As of the launch, the High Protein Menu is available only in U.S. and Canadian Chipotle locations. Chipotle’s UK, France and Germany locations have not yet announced a High Protein Menu rollout.
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The Bottom Line on Chipotle’s High Protein Menu
Chipotle’s High Protein Menu, launched on December 23, 2025, is the chain’s most consumer-relevant menu addition in years. It formalizes what fitness-focused customers and dietitians have done at Chipotle for years — stacking double protein, fajita veggies and fiber — into named, app-orderable products. The High Protein Cup at $3.82 with 32g of protein is the single biggest innovation: a standalone protein snack that no competing fast-casual chain currently offers.
For deeper coverage of individual items, see the dedicated pages for the High Protein Cup, Double High Protein Bowl and High Protein-High Fiber Bowl. For the rest of the 2026 menu, return to our Chipotle menu with prices homepage.