Soft Taco – Chicken — Calories & Nutrition Facts

A warm flour tortilla with seasoned chicken, lettuce, and cheddar cheese. At only 160 calories with 12g protein, it is the lowest-calorie taco on the Taco Bell menu.

Quantity

1

160 Calories

🟢 Light Meal8% of Daily Value

5g

Fat

2.5g

Sat Fat

16g

Carbs

1g

Sugar

12g

Protein

510mg

Sodium

% Daily Value Breakdown

Total Fat5g (6%)
Saturated Fat2.5g (13%)
Cholesterol35mg (12%)
Sodium510mg (22%)
Total Carbs16g (6%)
Dietary Fiber1g (4%)
Added Sugars1g (2%)
Protein12g (24%)

* Based on a 2,000 calorie daily diet. Your daily values may differ.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 taco

Amount Per Serving

Calories160

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 35mg12%
Sodium 510mg22%
Total Carbohydrate 16g6%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 1g
Incl. Added Sugars 1g2%
Protein 12g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

How Does It Compare?

Soft Taco – Beef180 cal
Crunchy Taco170 cal
Soft Taco Supreme – Chicken180 cal
Cantina Chicken Soft Taco210 cal
Soft Taco – Chicken160 cal

Burn It Off — Exercise Calculator

How long would it take to burn off 160 calories?

36 min

Walking

16 min

Running

21 min

Cycling

32 min

Weights

* Estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) person. Actual burn varies by weight, intensity, and metabolism.

Daily Budget Impact

Weight Loss (1,500 cal)11%

1340 cal remaining

Maintenance (2,000 cal)8%

1840 cal remaining

Muscle Gain (2,500 cal)6%

2340 cal remaining

Hydration Tip

With 510mg sodium, drink at least 2 extra glasses of water with this meal to help your body process the sodium and stay hydrated.

Best Time to Enjoy

Best enjoyed as part of a balanced meal. Pair with a lean protein source and vegetables to round out the nutrition.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in a Soft Taco Chicken?

The Soft Taco Chicken has 160 calories with 5g fat, 16g carbs, 1g fiber, and 12g protein. It is the lowest-calorie taco at Taco Bell.

Is the Soft Taco Chicken the healthiest item at Taco Bell?

It is arguably the best for protein-per-calorie at 7.5g protein per 100 calories. With only 5g fat and 160 total calories, it is extremely lean.

How does the Soft Taco Chicken compare to the Cantina Chicken Soft Taco?

The standard (160 cal, 12g protein) is lighter than the Cantina version (210 cal, 12g protein). The Cantina adds avocado ranch and premium toppings for 50 extra calories — same protein.

How many Chicken Soft Tacos equal a full meal?

Three (480 cal, 36g protein) is a very protein-rich meal for under 500 calories.

Nutrition Deep Dive

Soft Taco Chicken — The Lowest-Calorie Taco at Taco Bell

The Soft Taco Chicken holds the crown for the lowest-calorie taco at Taco Bell. At 160 calories with 12g protein and only 5g fat, it delivers an extraordinary protein-per-calorie ratio.

Best Protein Ratio on the Menu

At 7.5g protein per 100 calories, the Soft Taco Chicken beats every other standard item. Three Soft Taco Chickens = 480 calories, 36g protein.

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