Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Taco, Burrito & Strips 2026
Taco Bell's sell-out Crispy Chicken Nuggets recipe just landed in three new formats. Here's the full price, calorie and nutrition breakdown for the Crispy Chicken Taco, Burrito and Strips — all available nationwide now.
Following the runaway success of its Crispy Chicken Nuggets, Taco Bell officially launched three new items nationwide on June 17, 2026: the Crispy Chicken Taco, Crispy Chicken Burrito, and Crispy Chicken Strips. All three use the same tortilla-chip-coated, jalapeño buttermilk-marinated chicken that made the nuggets a hit.
Quick summary: Crispy Chicken Taco $2.79 · Crispy Chicken Burrito $5.49 · Crispy Chicken Strips (2pc) $3.99. Available with Spicy Ranchero or Avocado Ranch sauce. Confirmed as a limited-time launch, with crispy chicken expected to join the permanent menu category later in 2026.
📋 Price & Calories — All 3 Items
| Item | Price | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Chicken Taco (Avocado Ranch) | $2.79 | 260 | 11g |
| Crispy Chicken Taco (Spicy Ranchero) | $2.79 | 240 | 11g |
| Crispy Chicken Burrito (Avocado Ranch) | $5.49 | 660 | 24g |
| Crispy Chicken Burrito (Spicy Ranchero) | $5.49 | 500 | 23g |
| Crispy Chicken Strips (2pc, dry) | $3.99 | 470 | 29g |
Both the taco and burrito are built the same way — crispy chicken, lettuce, purple cabbage, pico de gallo and your choice of sauce — just in a different format and portion size. Sauce on the side adds roughly 100-210 extra calories.
🥗 Jessica's Nutrition Note
The Crispy Chicken Taco is genuinely one of the better protein-to-calorie ratios on the new menu — 11g protein for 240-260 calories. The Burrito triples the sodium though, sitting at 1,310-1,500mg depending on sauce, which is over half your daily limit in one item. If you're watching sodium, the Taco or Strips (eaten dry) are the smarter pick.
🌶️ The Two New Sauces
Spicy Ranchero Sauce — a creamy blend made with Anaheim and jalapeño chiles, tomatoes, garlic and onion. Contains no egg.
Avocado Ranch Sauce — the milder option, made with real avocado. Contains egg, so it's not suitable if you have an egg allergy.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Taco cost?
The Crispy Chicken Taco costs $2.79. It launched nationwide on June 17, 2026.
How much is the Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Burrito?
The Crispy Chicken Burrito costs $5.49 and contains approximately 500-660 calories depending on the sauce chosen.
How many calories are in Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Strips?
Two Crispy Chicken Strips contain approximately 470 calories. They cost $3.99 for two pieces.
What sauces come with the Crispy Chicken items?
Two options: Spicy Ranchero Sauce (no egg) and Avocado Ranch Sauce (contains egg).
Is Taco Bell Crispy Chicken a permanent menu item?
Taco Bell has confirmed crispy chicken will join the permanent menu category by 2026, though the Taco, Burrito and Strips launched June 17 are for a limited time, with availability subject to change.