A Chipotle burrito bowl is just a burrito without the tortilla. Same rice, beans, protein, salsa, and toppings — served in a bowl instead of wrapped up. It’s the go-to pick for anyone who wants Chipotle’s flavor without the extra carbs from the tortilla
It usually costs $9.50 to $12.50, and the calories can be anywhere from 400 to over 1,000, depending on what you pick. Since the range is so wide, let’s break down exactly what changes the price and the calorie count, so you know before you order.
What’s In a Chipotle Burrito Bowl?
You get to pick everything yourself. There’s no set recipe — you build it item by item:
- A base (rice, beans, or both — or skip them entirely)
- One protein
- Salsa
- Toppings like cheese, sour cream, guac, and lettuce
Nothing is fixed. The price mainly changes based on which protein you choose, and the calories change based on how many extras you pile on top.
Chipotle Burrito Bowl Prices (2026)
| Protein | Average Price | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Sofritas | $9.55 | $8.25 – $10.75 |
| Chicken | $9.85 | $8.50 – $11.25 |
| Carnitas | $10.15 | $8.75 – $11.50 |
| Barbacoa | $10.75 | $9.25 – $12.10 |
| Steak | $10.95 | $9.35 – $12.25 |
| Carne Asada | $11.45 | $9.75 – $12.75 |
Extras: Double protein adds $3.50–$4.25. Guacamole adds $2.75–$3.25, but it’s free if you order a Veggie or Sofritas bowl. Prices also shift by location — expect to pay more in cities like New York, San Francisco, and Boston, and less in the Midwest and South.
Tip: If you’re not attached to a specific protein, order Sofritas or Veggie. You get free guac, which saves you about $3 without changing anything else about your order.
How Many Calories Are in a Chipotle Burrito Bowl?
Here’s the real, ingredient-by-ingredient breakdown instead of a vague range.
Base: White rice 210 cal, brown rice 200 cal, black or pinto beans 130 cal, fajita veggies 20 cal.
Protein: Chicken 180 cal (32g protein), steak 150 cal (21g), barbacoa 170 cal (22g), carnitas 210 cal (23g), sofritas 150 cal (8g), carne asada 190 cal (24g).
Toppings: Cheese 110 cal, sour cream 110 cal, guacamole 230 cal, salsa (any type) 5–15 cal, corn salsa 80 cal, queso blanco 120 cal.
Real Bowl Examples
| Your Bowl | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken, rice, beans, salsa, lettuce | 665 | 39g |
| Steak, brown rice, veggies, cheese | 640 | 34g |
| Sofritas, no rice, beans, guac | 505 | 20g |
| Double chicken, no rice/beans | 445 | 68g |
| Carnitas, rice, cheese, sour cream, guac | 1,010 | 40g |
Simple answer: A standard bowl with rice, beans, one protein, and salsa lands around 650–700 calories. Add cheese, sour cream, and guac on top of that, and you can easily cross 1,000 calories without realizing it.
Bowl or Burrito — Which Should You Get?
| Bowl | Burrito | |
|---|---|---|
| Tortilla | No | Yes (+~300 cal) |
| Calories | 400–1,000 | 1,000–1,300+ |
| Best for | Low-carb, tracking calories | Bigger appetite, eating on the go |
| Price | Same | Same |
Same price, same food — the only real difference is the tortilla. If you’re watching calories or carbs, the bowl is the smarter pick every time.
How to Order One (Step by Step)
- Base — rice, beans, both, or none. No extra cost either way.
- Beans — black or pinto, free, and you can ask for as much as you want.
- Protein — pick one. Double protein costs more but adds serious protein.
- Salsa — mild, medium, hot, or corn. Free, and you’re allowed to mix more than one.
- Toppings — cheese, sour cream, and lettuce are free. Guac and queso cost extra, unless you ordered Veggie or Sofritas.
Tip: Ask for “a little extra” rice or beans. Most locations still add more for free if you ask.
Best Bowl Combos to Try
- Classic: Chicken, white rice, black beans, mild salsa, cheese
- High protein: Double chicken, no rice, black beans, salsa
- Keto-friendly: Steak, no rice or beans, fajita veggies, cheese, guac
- Vegan: Sofritas, brown rice, beans, veggies, corn salsa (skip cheese and sour cream)
- Best value: Sofritas bowl — comes with free guac
- Spicy lover: Carne asada, hot salsa, corn salsa, fajita veggies
Chipotle’s Pre-Made “Lifestyle Bowls”
Most people don’t even know these exist. You can order them straight from the app under Lifestyle Bowls, and they’re already built for a specific goal:
- Keto Salad Bowl — supergreens, protein, cheese, salsa, guac
- Whole30 Bowl — no rice, beans, or dairy
- Vegan Bowl — sofritas, brown rice, beans, veggies, salsa
- High Protein Bowl — double protein, fajita veggies, salsa
If you’re following a specific diet, these save you the trouble of building it yourself from scratch.
Is It Gluten-Free? Vegan? Keto?
- Gluten-free: Yes — the bowl itself is naturally gluten-free. It’s only the tortilla that isn’t, and there’s no tortilla in a bowl.
- Vegan: Sofritas + rice/beans + veggies + salsa, skipping cheese and sour cream.
- Keto: Skip rice and beans, go double protein, and add fajita veggies and cheese.
Allergens to know: Dairy shows up in cheese, sour cream, and queso. Soy shows up in sofritas. Gluten is only in the tortilla, so it’s not a concern for a bowl.
Ways to Save Money
- Order Veggie or Sofritas for free guac
- Ask for extra rice/beans instead of paying for double protein when you’re just hungry, not chasing protein grams
- Skip queso — it’s the priciest topping per ounce on the menu
- Use the Chipotle app to earn points toward free food over time
FAQs
How much is a Chipotle burrito bowl?
$9.50–$12.50, averaging around $10.25 depending on protein and location.
How many calories are in a Chipotle burrito bowl?
400–1,000+ calories. A standard chicken bowl with rice, beans, and salsa runs about 665 calories.
Is a Chipotle burrito bowl healthy?
It can be. Skip the tortilla, go light on cheese, sour cream, and guac, and pick a lean protein like chicken or sofritas.
What’s the difference between a bowl and a burrito?
Same food, same price — the bowl just skips the tortilla, cutting about 300 calories.
Can I get double protein in a bowl?
Yes, for $3.50–$4.25 extra depending on the protein you choose.
Is the bowl gluten-free?
Yes — every bowl ingredient is gluten-free, since the tortilla is the only non-gluten-free item on the menu.