🍗 El Pollo Loco Macros: What to Actually Order
Macros for 4 El Pollo Loco menu items — calories, protein, carbs, and fat side by side, ranging from 360 to 630 calories. El Pollo Loco is available in the West and Southwest. The highest-protein order is the Double Chicken Bowl (56g protein), and the lightest is the Pollo Fit Bowl (360 calories). Use the table to eyeball it — or let MacroMatch score every item against your exact targets.
Full macro table (sorted by protein)
| Meal | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Chicken Bowl | 620 | 56g | 48g | 18g |
| Fire-Grilled Chicken Bowl | 510 | 38g | 52g | 16g |
| Pollo Fit Bowl | 360 | 35g | 30g | 10g |
| Chicken Tostada Salad | 630 | 34g | 56g | 28g |
Best for protein
- Double Chicken Bowl — 56g protein, 620 cal (9.0g protein per 100 cal)
- Fire-Grilled Chicken Bowl — 38g protein, 510 cal (7.5g protein per 100 cal)
- Pollo Fit Bowl — 35g protein, 360 cal (9.7g protein per 100 cal)
If you are cutting, the Pollo Fit Bowl is the protein-efficiency pick: 9.7g of protein per 100 calories versus 9.0g for the Double Chicken Bowl.
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Find your best El Pollo Loco order →FAQ
What is the highest-protein meal at El Pollo Loco?
The Double Chicken Bowl leads with 56g of protein for 620 calories (48g carbs, 18g fat). That works out to 9.0g of protein per 100 calories.
What is the lowest-calorie order at El Pollo Loco?
The Pollo Fit Bowl is the lightest item we track at El Pollo Loco, at 360 calories with 35g protein, 30g carbs, and 10g fat.
Which El Pollo Loco meal has the best protein-to-calorie ratio?
The Pollo Fit Bowl delivers 9.7g of protein per 100 calories (35g protein in 360 calories) — the most protein-efficient El Pollo Loco order on this list.
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Nutrition values are compiled from publicly available chain nutrition data and are approximate; recipes and portions vary by location. Always check the restaurant’s official nutrition information for allergies or medical needs.