Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Margherita: Price & Calories
Quick answer: Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Margherita costs about $20.99 and has 650 calories (October 2026). Grilled chicken breasts topped with mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes and lemon garlic sauce, with broccoli.
Grilled Chicken Margherita at a Glance
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, Grilled Chicken Margherita is the 4th lightest at 650 calories, 27% below the section average of 896.
On price it ranks 4th of 9 in the section; the cheapest option is Eggplant Parmigiana at $17.49.
Grilled Chicken Margherita Price
Expect to pay around $20.99 for Grilled Chicken Margherita at a typical U.S. Olive Garden. That works out to 3.1 g of protein per dollar and 31 calories per dollar. Restaurants in big cities, airports and tourist areas often charge more.
- Lighter: Shrimp Scampi has 490 calories, saving 160.
- Cheaper: Shrimp Scampi costs $20.49, $0.50 less.
Grilled Chicken Margherita: Calories, Protein and Sodium
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 650 | 32% |
| Protein | 65 g | 130% |
| Total fat | 39 g | 50% |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2,120 mg | 92% |
*Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Figures are for the dish as served, without extra sauces, sides or swaps.
About 52% of the energy comes from fat, 9% from carbohydrates and 39% from protein, so fat does most of the work.
The Whole Plate: Entrée Plus Sides
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 |
|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Margherita alone | 650 |
| + 1 Famous House Salad + 1 breadstick | 940 |
| + 1 bowl Zuppa Toscana + 2 breadsticks | 1,150 |
How to Order Grilled Chicken Margherita
- 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
- Grilled Chicken Margherita is not vegetarian.
- It is not on the gluten-sensitive menu, so assume it contains wheat. See our gluten-sensitive options instead.
- 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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Grilled Chicken Margherita: Common Questions
How much is Grilled Chicken Margherita at Olive Garden?
Grilled Chicken Margherita is about $20.99 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 Grilled Chicken Margherita?
Grilled Chicken Margherita has 650 calories, 65 g of protein and 2,120 mg of sodium, based on Olive Garden's published nutrition information.
Is Grilled Chicken Margherita vegetarian?
No. Grilled Chicken Margherita is not vegetarian.
Does Grilled Chicken Margherita come with breadsticks?
Yes. When you dine in, entrées come with unlimited breadsticks plus your choice of unlimited soup or salad.