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Fitness enthusiasts notoriously have a penchant for Chipotle due to its high-protein, customizable meal options. And who can blame them? A single serving of Chipotle chicken contains approximately 32 grams of protein.
Customers can also easily double that with a simple request and a willingness to fork over the extra money. However, a protein-rich bowl—though the exact amount depends on the location—can easily run over $15. One model who splits her time between New York and Los Angeles thinks she has a hack for meeting all your protein goals without having to break the bank.
You just have to be OK with a not-super-versatile snack.
“My favorite Chipotle hack is: I go in, and I ask for a side of chicken,” Madi Teeuws (@maditev) says in a TikTok while sitting in her car.
“It’s $3.80. Look how much chicken you get. This is for whenever I’m hungry, but I just want a little snack-time protein with nothing else,” she explains, biting a piece of chicken.
Is This Healthier Than A Protein Bar?
In the content creator’s opinion, this is a better alternative than a protein bar. “When I get a protein bar, I feel they’re so high in calories and sugar. But this is just straight up delicious,” she says.
Teeuws is correct. Although rich in vitamins, certain protein bars can be loaded with sugar and calories. Healthline states that some protein bars have 150 to 400 calories and contain more sugar than candy, which is counterproductive if you’re looking for a healthy snack.
If you want to make the snack a little bit more substantial and versatile, Teeuws recommends adding a second side.
“If you want to splurge, you can also get a side of guac. I think this is $2,” she says, showing off the guacamole. “So, my total came out to $6.85, I think.”
“You’re still getting all of the flavors of Chipotle, and in my opinion, the best parts are the chicken and the guac without paying for a whole bowl,” she concludes.
@maditev #chipotlehacks #chipotle it’s just so satisfying
Viewers Had Mixed Reactions
Teeuws’ clip garnered more than 15,000 views. Many viewers applauded the hack, calling it the “perfect” snack.
“Girl dinner. Love this hack! I would never think to do that,” one viewer commented.
“Perfect low carb snack,” another praised.
“Might try this + sour cream,” a third shared.
How Much Chicken Does Chipotle Give On The Side?
According to Chipotle’s website, a single serving of chicken is 4 ounces. Some viewers expressed concern that they wouldn’t receive as much chicken as Teeuws did, though. “When you are pretty you get that much chicken. Regular person gets like 1/4 of that,” one viewer said.
In the past, Chipotle has been criticized by customers for skimping on portions. Initially, then-Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol denied the claims, but he eventually relented, admitting that only 10% of locations skimp on portions. He claimed that these locations were “outliers” whose workers just needed “proper training.”
BroBible reached out to Teeuws via email and TikTok comment. BroBible also reached out to Chipotle via press email.