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Healthy Chipotle Order: The Double Chicken Bowl Fitness Influencers Swear By
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Healthy Chipotle Order: The Double Chicken Bowl Fitness Influencers Swear By

By Francis John
Double chicken, no rice, extra veggies.
Sounds simple, right? This one order has become the unofficial meal of anyone serious about fitness, and for good reason.
65+ grams of protein. Under 400 calories. Fills you up for hours.

How I Stumbled On This Order

I was spending $15+ on protein powder and still felt hungry after shakes. My gym buddy told me to try double chicken at Chipotle instead. I thought he was crazy.
First time I ordered it, the portion looked massive. Two scoops of chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, all three salsas, and lettuce. I couldn't finish the whole bowl.

The Exact Order

"Burrito bowl, no rice, double chicken, black beans, fajita vegetables, lettuce, all three salsas"
That's it. No guac, no cheese, no sour cream. You honestly don't need it. The three salsas (mild, hot, and corn) give you incredible flavor without any extra calories.

Why This Order Hits Different

72g of protein from the double chicken. Another 15g from the black beans. You're looking at nearly 90g of protein total, which is more than most people get in an entire day.
The fiber from the beans and vegetables keeps you full way longer than a regular meal. I eat this at noon and I'm still satisfied at 6pm.

The Money Part

Yeah, double chicken costs extra. About $3 more. But compare that to any protein supplement that gives you 70+ grams, and you're actually saving money while getting real food that tastes amazing.

When I Get This Order

After heavy training days when I need serious recovery nutrition. During busy work weeks when I need something that travels well and keeps me satisfied. Basically anytime I want maximum protein without maximum calories.

The One Thing Nobody Tells You

Ask for the chicken to be hot. Not spicy hot, temperature hot. Most locations keep chicken sitting under heat lamps, but if you ask for fresh chicken, they'll grab it straight from the grill.
Game changer.

Why This Works Long-Term

Eating at Chipotle doesn't mean you can't eat healthy. The problem isn't WHERE you eat, it's WHAT you eat. This is why most diets fail. People think they need to avoid fast food entirely instead of learning how to order smart.
I've been getting this exact order 3-4 times per week for over a year. I'm in the best shape of my life, not because this meal is magic, but because it fits my actual lifestyle.

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