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2 Fire-Grilled Wings + Charro Beans
Order two fire-grilled chicken wings with a side of charro beans. Light, protein-rich combo with good fiber.
Whole order · 330 cal · 31g protein now
Whole order: 330 cal · 31g protein
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Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast + Pinto Beans
Order the fire-grilled chicken breast with a side of pinto beans for fiber and protein.
Whole order · 340 cal · 43g protein now
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Smaller portions can keep the meal comfortable when fullness hits early.
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Nutrition can change over time. Use the official nutrition source link to verify before ordering.
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2 Fire-Grilled Wings + Charro Beans330 cal·31g protein·12g fat
Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
38% protein28% carbs34% fat
SmallGentleProtein-forwardGood for work lunch
Why it works: Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
Best for: Good for work lunch when 2 Fire-Grilled Wings + Charro Beans feels familiar and manageable.
Watch if: 2 Fire-Grilled Wings + Charro Beans has 880mg sodium, which can add up quickly.
El Pollo Loco
Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast + Pinto Beans340 cal·43g protein·8.5g fat
Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
49% protein29% carbs22% fat
SmallGentleProtein-forwardSmall bite
Why it works: Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
Best for: Good when Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast + Pinto Beans feels more manageable than a standard order.
Watch if: Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast + Pinto Beans has 1,280mg sodium, which can add up quickly.
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Fire-Grilled Chicken Thigh + Beans + Tortillas430 cal·32g protein·13.5g fat
Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
30% protein42% carbs28% fat
SmallGentleProtein-forwardGood for work lunch
Why it works: Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
Best for: Good for work lunch when Fire-Grilled Chicken Thigh + Beans + Tortillas feels familiar and manageable.
Watch if: Fire-Grilled Chicken Thigh + Beans + Tortillas has 890mg sodium, which can add up quickly.
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Chicken Avocado Taco330 cal·24g protein·19g fat
24g protein while staying under 330 cal.
29% protein20% carbs51% fat
SmallNausea watchEasy proteinSmall bite
Why it works: 24g protein while staying under 330 cal.
Best for: Good when Chicken Avocado Taco feels more manageable than a standard order.
Watch if: Chicken Avocado Taco has 780mg sodium, which can add up quickly.
El Pollo Loco
Chicken Tortilla Soup (Cup)240 cal·23g protein·9g fat
Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
37% protein31% carbs32% fat
TinyGentleEasy proteinSmall bite
Why it works: Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
Best for: Good when Chicken Tortilla Soup (Cup) feels more manageable than a standard order.
Watch if: Chicken Tortilla Soup (Cup) has 1,260mg sodium, which can add up quickly.
El Pollo Loco
Shredded Chicken Taco + Side Salad390 cal·17g protein·23g fat
Smaller published portion if you want an easier start.
17% protein30% carbs53% fat
SmallNausea watchLight proteinSmall bite
Why it works: Smaller published portion if you want an easier start.
Best for: Good when Shredded Chicken Taco + Side Salad feels more manageable than a standard order.
Watch if: Shredded Chicken Taco + Side Salad has 680mg sodium, which can add up quickly.
El Pollo Loco
Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast200 cal·34g protein·8g fat
Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
65% protein0% carbs35% fat
TinyGentleProtein-forwardSmall bite
Why it works: Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
Best for: Good when Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast feels more manageable than a standard order.
Watch if: Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast has 820mg sodium, which can add up quickly.
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Taco al Carbon (Single)170 cal·15g protein·5g fat
Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
35% protein39% carbs26% fat
TinyGentleLight proteinSmall bite
Why it works: Lower-fat build with simpler ingredients for rougher days.
Best for: Good when Taco al Carbon (Single) feels more manageable than a standard order.
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Keep in mind
Practical caution
This guide is informational only. If symptoms are severe or persistent, use a clinician rather than trying to self-manage around the clock.
- Symptoms can change from day to day.
- Use the official source page when you need to confirm a number.
- Do not treat this page as medical advice.
Nutrition comes from published restaurant information and is reviewed regularly.