Olive Garden Chicken Parmigiana: Price & Calories
Quick answer: Olive Garden Chicken Parmigiana costs about $20.29 and has 1,020 calories (October 2026). Two lightly fried chicken breasts topped with marinara and melted cheese, served with spaghetti.
What Is Chicken Parmigiana?
It is in the Chicken, Seafood & Steak section, where the plates lean more on protein than pasta.
Among the 9 chicken, seafood & steak items with published nutrition, Chicken Parmigiana is the 4th heaviest at 1,020 calories, 14% above the section average of 896.
On price it ranks 2nd of 9 in the section; the cheapest option is Eggplant Parmigiana at $17.49.
How Much Does Chicken Parmigiana Cost?
Expect to pay around $20.29 for Chicken Parmigiana at a typical U.S. Olive Garden. That works out to 3.2 g of protein per dollar and 50 calories per dollar. Restaurants in big cities, airports and tourist areas often charge more.
- Lighter: Grilled Chicken Margherita has 650 calories, saving 370.
- Cheaper: Eggplant Parmigiana costs $17.49, $2.80 less.
- Lunch size: on weekdays before 3 p.m., Lunch Chicken Parmigiana is $15.49, saving $4.80.
Chicken Parmigiana Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1,020 | 51% |
| Protein | 64 g | 128% |
| Total fat | 51 g | 65% |
| Carbohydrates | 80 g | 29% |
| Sodium | 3,300 mg | 143% |
*Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Figures are for the dish as served, without extra sauces, sides or swaps.
About 44% of the energy comes from fat, 31% from carbohydrates and 25% from protein, so fat does most of the work.
What a Full Meal Adds Up To
Dine-in entrées come with unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks, and those extras add up. Here is what a typical plate looks like:
| Order | Calories |
|---|---|
| Chicken Parmigiana alone | 1,020 |
| + 1 Famous House Salad + 1 breadstick | 1,310 |
| + 1 bowl Zuppa Toscana + 2 breadsticks | 1,520 |
Tips Before You Order
- Choose between unlimited soup or Famous House Salad; both come with unlimited breadsticks when you dine in.
- Ask whether your restaurant can swap the pasta for gluten-free rotini if you need a gluten-sensitive version.
- Order online or in the Olive Garden app for pickup to see your restaurant's exact price.
Dietary and Allergen Notes
- Chicken Parmigiana is not vegetarian.
- It is not on the gluten-sensitive menu, so assume it contains wheat. See our gluten-sensitive options instead.
- At 3,300 mg of sodium it meets or exceeds the full 2,300 mg daily reference on its own.
- For allergens, use the official Olive Garden allergen guide; recipes can change. Read our allergen guide for how to use it.
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Chicken Parmigiana: Common Questions
How much is Chicken Parmigiana at Olive Garden?
Chicken Parmigiana is about $20.29 at most U.S. Olive Garden restaurants as of October 2026. Prices vary by location, so check your restaurant's menu for the exact amount.
How many calories are in Olive Garden Chicken Parmigiana?
Chicken Parmigiana has 1,020 calories, 64 g of protein and 3,300 mg of sodium, based on Olive Garden's published nutrition information.
Is Chicken Parmigiana vegetarian?
No. Chicken Parmigiana is not vegetarian.
Does Chicken Parmigiana come with breadsticks?
Yes. When you dine in, entrées come with unlimited breadsticks plus your choice of unlimited soup or salad.
What comes with Olive Garden Chicken Parmigiana?
Two lightly fried chicken breasts topped with marinara and melted cheese, served with spaghetti, plus unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks when you dine in.
Is there a lunch version of Chicken Parmigiana?
Yes. Lunch Chicken Parmigiana is a smaller portion served weekdays until 3 p.m. at a lower price.