Cantina Chicken Soft Taco
Taco Bell Chicken Cantina Menu With Prices and Calories
This line is slow-roasted chicken in five items: a bowl, a burrito, a soft taco, a crispy taco and a rolled quesadilla. Pick the soft taco for the lightest and cheapest bite, or the bowl for the biggest meal. Cards below show delivery prices and calories.
5Items
260 to 650Calories
$4.26+Cheapest
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Slow-roasted chicken picks by size
Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco
Cantina Chicken Burrito
Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla
Cantina Chicken Bowl
The Taco Bell cantina chicken line is a set of five slow-roasted chicken items plus three combos, with delivery prices from $4.26 and calories from 260 to 650 per item. It covers a bowl, a burrito, two tacos and a rolled quesadilla, each topped with fresh pico de gallo or creamy sauces and served with a green salsa packet. You can see everything else on the full Taco Bell menu. Below is every cantina chicken Taco Bell sells, with ingredients, nutrition and ordering tips.
The Cantina Menu at a Glance: Bowl, Burrito and Tacos
The Taco Bell cantina chicken menu is easy to scan: one bowl, one burrito, a soft taco, a crispy taco and a rolled quesadilla. All five use the same slow-roasted chicken, so the choice comes down to format, size and price.
Cantina Chicken Bowl
Cantina Chicken Burrito
Cantina Chicken Soft Taco
Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco
Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla
The bowl is the priciest and the most filling, with rice, black beans, guacamole and sour cream. The burrito carries double the chicken and two sauces in a soft flour tortilla. The soft taco is the lightest, with a creamy Avocado Ranch sauce, while the crispy taco has a fried white-corn shell and melted cheese grilled onto the outside. The rolled quesadilla is a cheesy, grilled roll you can eat on the go.
What Is Cantina Chicken at Taco Bell and How Is It Made
It is Taco Bell's slow-roasted chicken line, built around tender shredded chicken instead of the fried or grilled chicken used on other items. The menu text calls it slow-roasted and seasoned, and Taco Bell describes the line as a permanent addition that launched nationally in March 2024.
The chicken is not fried. That is the big difference from the crispy chicken nuggets and the older fried chicken items. Slow roasting gives it a softer, juicier bite, and the seasoning leans savory instead of spicy. Taco Bell does not publish the full spice list on its menu pages, so treat any ingredient list you see elsewhere with caution.
Each item adds a different mix of toppings. Most use lettuce, shredded purple cabbage, fresh pico de gallo and shredded cheese, plus a sauce such as Avocado Ranch, Chipotle or Creamy Jalapeño. A packet of Avocado Verde Salsa comes with each item on the delivery listing, and Taco Bell sells extra packets for a few cents each.
One quick clarification: this is a menu line at regular Taco Bell restaurants. It is not the same thing as a Taco Bell Cantina location, which is a separate restaurant concept that sells drinks and shareable items. You can read about that concept at Taco Bell Cantina restaurants and their drinks.
Cantina Chicken Bowl: Build, Price and Protein
The bowl is the largest item on the menu. It lists from $10.97 on the delivery app, which makes it the highest-priced single item in the line. Slow-roasted chicken, seasoned rice and black beans form the base, and Avocado Ranch sauce, sour cream, lettuce, shredded purple cabbage, fresh pico de gallo, guacamole and shredded cheese go on top.
It suits people who want a full meal without a tortilla. The rice and beans make it filling, and the chicken gives it a decent amount of protein. Taco Bell does not list protein for the bowl in the delivery data, so there is no verified gram count to quote here.
The bowl comes with an Avocado Verde Salsa packet and, on Taco Bell's own page, a Jalapeño Citrus Salsa packet as well. Pour them over the top or mix the whole bowl together so every bite gets a little of each topping. Other options are on the other Taco Bell bowls page.
The calorie number differs depending on where you look. The delivery menu lists 630, while other sources have shown figures from about 520 to 580. The next section explains why.
Cantina Chicken Bowl Nutrition and Calories
The delivery menu lists the bowl at 630 calories. One Taco Bell ordering page has shown a figure of 520, and third-party sites have posted numbers in between. That spread is normal for a build-your-own style item.
Several things explain the gap. Recipes and portion sizes change, and a delivery app may show a number from a different menu update. Extras such as added guacamole, extra sauce or double chicken raise the total, while removing sour cream or ordering Fresco style lowers it. Different channels also round differently.
Use these numbers as a guide:
Cantina Chicken Bowl Nutrition and Calories
| Source | Calories |
|---|---|
| Delivery menu data | 630 |
| Taco Bell ordering page (one listing) | about 520 |
| Third-party sites | roughly 530 to 580 |
When you want the most reliable answer, build your exact order in the Taco Bell app and read the nutrition screen. As a rule, plan on Cantina Chicken Bowl calories in the 520 to 630 range, and treat the higher figure as the safe upper limit.
Sodium is worth watching on this item. Taco Bell's ordering page shows sodium warnings on several items in this line, meaning they exceed the 2,300 mg daily limit, and rice, beans, cheese and sauces all contribute. See the full nutrition and calorie guide for context.
Cantina Crispy Chicken Tacos Versus the Soft Taco
The two tacos start at the same delivery price, $4.26, but they eat very differently. The soft taco uses a warm flour tortilla and has 260 calories. The crispy taco uses a fried white-corn shell and has 320 calories.
Cantina Chicken Soft Taco
Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco
Here are the main differences:
Cantina Crispy Chicken Tacos Versus the Soft Taco
| Soft taco | Crispy taco | |
|---|---|---|
| Shell | Warm flour tortilla | Fried white-corn shell |
| Sauce | Avocado Ranch | Creamy Jalapeño |
| Cheese | Shredded cheddar | Three-cheese blend inside, extra grilled outside |
| Toppings | Lettuce, purple cabbage, pico de gallo | None beyond chicken and sauce |
| Calories | 260 | 320 |
The soft taco is lighter and fresher. Lettuce, cabbage and pico add crunch and moisture, so it feels like a cool, creamy taco. The crispy taco is richer, with a crunchy shell, melty cheese inside and extra grilled cheese on the outside. It is also the one that pairs with a hot sauce best.
If you are eating light, the soft taco is the pick. If you want something crunchy and cheesy, go for the crispy one. Two of either makes a decent meal for most people, and mixing one of each gives you both textures.
How the Cantina Chicken Taco Is Built
Taking the soft taco as the example, the build goes in layers: a warm flour tortilla, slow-roasted chicken, creamy Avocado Ranch sauce, crisp lettuce, shredded purple cabbage, fresh pico de gallo and shredded cheddar. The Avocado Verde Salsa packet goes on top or on the side.
The crispy version swaps the tortilla for a freshly fried white-corn shell and uses Creamy Jalapeño sauce with a three-cheese blend inside. The extra cheese grilled around the outside makes it feel closer to a cheesy melt than a standard crunchy taco.
At 260 and 320 calories, one taco is a snack and two or three make a meal. Three soft tacos come to about 780 calories, while three crispy tacos reach about 960. Add a drink and a side, and the total climbs quickly, so plan accordingly.
What Is Inside the Burrito
The Taco Bell Cantina Burrito is a loaded flour tortilla with double the slow-roasted chicken, creamy Avocado Ranch and Chipotle sauces, crisp lettuce, shredded purple cabbage, fresh pico de gallo and shredded cheddar cheese. It comes with an Avocado Verde Salsa packet.
Cantina Chicken Burrito
On the delivery app it lists from $7.92 and 570 calories. That puts it between the tacos and the bowl for price and size, and it has more chicken than any other single item in the line.
Compared with the bowl, it uses the same chicken but drops the rice, black beans, guacamole and sour cream. That keeps it lighter on calories by about 60 compared with the delivery listing for the bowl, and it is easier to eat on the move. You get more of the cabbage and pico crunch in each bite.
Pair it with a soft taco if you are very hungry, or on its own for a standard lunch. If you like the idea of a burrito but want something heavier, you can compare it against other options in the burrito lineup.
The Rolled Quesadilla: The Newer Addition
The Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla is a warm flour tortilla filled with slow-roasted chicken, a blend of mozzarella, pepper jack and cheddar, and creamy chipotle sauce, grilled, rolled and cut into pieces. It is served with reduced-fat sour cream and an Avocado Verde Salsa packet for dipping.
Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla
It lists from $8.53 and 650 calories on the delivery app, which makes it the highest-calorie single item in the line. Taco Bell added it after the original lineup, and it is on the menu now. It has not been confirmed here whether it is permanent in every restaurant, so check the app.
The rolled format is the difference. A standard chicken quesadilla is a large folded tortilla with grilled chicken and Creamy Jalapeño sauce and lists at 490 calories. The rolled version is smaller, easier to hold and cut into bite-size pieces, and it adds the chipotle and the two dips. The roasted chicken also gives it a softer, juicier texture than grilled chicken.
Browse the full quesadilla menu to compare the standard versions.
Taco Bell Chicken Cantina Combos and Which Meal Fits
Three combos are on the delivery menu, and each one adds a drink and extras to a main item.
Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla Combo
Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco Combo
Cantina Chicken Burrito Combo
Taco Bell Chicken Cantina Combos and Which Meal Fits
| Combo | What is in it | Delivery from price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolled quesadilla combo | Rolled quesadilla, salsa packet, sour cream, Crunchy Taco, large drink | $13.04 | 820 to 1,240 |
| Crispy taco combo | Two crispy tacos, two salsa packets, Chips and Nacho Cheese sauce, large drink | $12.80 | 860 to 1,280 |
| Burrito combo | Burrito, salsa packet, Crunchy Taco, Chips and Nacho Cheese sauce, large drink | $15.24 | 960 to 1,380 |
The calorie range depends mostly on which large drink you choose, since a sugary soda adds far more than water or unsweetened tea. The lower number is a good guide if you pick a zero-calorie drink.
The crispy taco combo is the best value, as it gives you two tacos, chips and a drink for the lowest price. The burrito combo is the most filling and the most expensive. The rolled quesadilla combo suits you if you want a shareable, dippable meal.
For larger groups, the combo and box meal options page covers other bundles.
Avocado Verde Salsa and the Flavor Profile
The Avocado Verde Salsa is a green salsa packet that comes with most items in this line. Taco Bell sells extra packets for a small charge and lists them at around 50 calories each. The name points to green chili and avocado flavors, and it tastes cool, tangy and a little creamy.
It is milder than Taco Bell's hot sauces. Think of it as a flavor booster, not a heat source, and that suits a line built around creamy sauces and fresh pico. On the tacos it brightens the cabbage and chicken, and on the quesadilla it works as a dip.
What Taco Bell Avocado Verde Salsa Adds
Taco Bell does not spell out the full recipe on its menu page, so the exact blend of tomatillo, green chili and avocado is not confirmed here. What you can count on is a smooth, tangy green sauce that cuts through cheese and sour cream.
To get extra, add more packets in the app or ask at the counter. Pair it with the bowl to cool the rice and beans, pour it into the burrito for extra moisture, or use it as a dip for the rolled quesadilla pieces. On the crispy taco, it balances the richness of the grilled cheese shell.
Cantina Menu Questions People Ask
What is this chicken and how is it cooked?
It is slow-roasted chicken, shredded and seasoned, then used in tacos, a burrito, a bowl and a rolled quesadilla. It is roasted, not fried or breaded. That gives it a softer, juicier bite than the crispy chicken at Taco Bell, and it works well with fresh toppings like pico de gallo and cabbage.
Which items are on the menu right now?
The delivery listing shows five main items: a bowl, a burrito, a soft taco, a crispy taco and a rolled quesadilla. It also shows three combos, built around the burrito, the crispy tacos and the rolled quesadilla. Availability can differ by restaurant, so confirm in the app.
How many calories are in the bowl compared with the burrito?
The delivery menu lists the bowl at 630 calories and the burrito at 570. Other sources show the bowl lower, at about 520 to 580, so the gap can be anywhere from nearly zero to about 60. Customizing changes both numbers, so check the app for your exact order.
Is the chicken grilled or fried?
Neither. Taco Bell describes it as slow-roasted. It is not fried like the nuggets or the older fried chicken items, and it is not grilled on a flat top like the chicken in the Chicken Quesadilla. It is cooked low and slow, shredded and then served with the toppings of each item.
What is Avocado Verde Salsa and is it spicy?
It is a green salsa packet that comes with most items in this line. It tastes cool, tangy and slightly creamy, and it is mild, not hot. Taco Bell sells extra packets for a few cents. The full recipe is not published on its menu page, so the exact ingredients are not confirmed.
How is it different from the older fried chicken line?
The older line was built around a fried chicken shell. This line uses slow-roasted chicken inside regular tortillas, shells and bowls. They are different products, and Taco Bell has not announced the older item as a return. Check the app if you want to see what is currently offered.
Is the rolled quesadilla a permanent item?
It was added after the original lineup and is on the delivery menu now, but this page cannot confirm that it is permanent everywhere. Taco Bell describes the main line as a permanent addition. Because menus change by restaurant, check the app or ask your local store before you plan an order around it.
Does the menu come in combos and how much more do they cost?
Yes. Three combos are listed, from $12.80 to $15.24 on the delivery app, with calories from 820 to 1,380 depending on the drink. Each adds a large drink and extras such as a Crunchy Taco or chips with nacho cheese. Compared with the single items, a combo adds roughly $4 to $7.
Is the line available only at a Taco Bell Cantina restaurant?
No. It is sold at participating regular Taco Bell restaurants. Taco Bell Cantina locations are a separate restaurant concept with a different menu focus. You do not need to visit one to order the chicken, but availability still varies by restaurant, so confirm in the app.
Which item has the most protein per calorie?
Taco Bell does not publish protein in the delivery data, so no verified answer exists. The burrito has double the chicken, which makes it a likely candidate. The soft taco has the fewest calories, so it may do well on protein per calorie too. Check the app's nutrition screen to compare.