Last Updated: May 04, 2026
We ranked every frozen burrito by protein content. Counter leads with 30g protein per burrito at just 340-350 calories. Most store-bought frozen burritos have only 8-15g protein. Here is the full data-driven ranking of every frozen burrito brand you can buy in 2026, from El Monterey to Amy's.
Updated May 2026
Every Frozen Burrito Ranked by Protein
Protein content in frozen burritos varies wildly. Some brands pack in 30g per serving while others barely crack double digits. We pulled the nutrition labels from every major frozen burrito brand available in U.S. grocery stores and ranked them by total protein, calories, and protein-to-calorie ratio (protein per 100 calories). This metric tells you how efficiently each burrito delivers protein relative to its calorie cost.
A protein-to-calorie ratio above 8.0g per 100 calories is excellent. Below 4.0g means the burrito is mostly filler carbs and fat. Here is the full ranking:
| Brand & Product | Protein | Calories | Protein/100 Cal | Approx. Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counter Beefy Queso Burrito | 30g | 340 | 8.8g | $4.89 |
| Counter Chicken Queso Burrito | 30g | 350 | 8.6g | $4.89 |
| EVOL Chicken, Bean & Rice Burrito | 17g | 340 | 5.0g | ~$3.99 |
| Red's All Natural Burrito | 15g | 320 | 4.7g | ~$3.49 |
| Sweet Earth Awesome Burrito | 12g | 310 | 3.9g | ~$4.29 |
| El Monterey Beef & Bean | 10g | 320 | 3.1g | ~$1.50 |
| El Monterey Bean & Cheese | 8g | 280 | 2.9g | ~$1.50 |
| Amy's Bean & Rice Burrito | 8g | 280 | 2.9g | ~$4.49 |
The gap between Counter and the rest of the field is significant. Counter burritos deliver nearly double the protein of the next closest competitor (EVOL at 17g) while staying in the same calorie range. At the bottom of the list, Amy's and El Monterey Bean & Cheese both sit at 8g of protein, meaning you would need to eat nearly four of them to match the protein in a single Counter burrito.
Price-per-gram of protein tells a similar story. Counter's Beefy Queso Burrito delivers protein at $0.16 per gram. Amy's Bean & Rice comes in at $0.56 per gram of protein. El Monterey wins on sticker price, but the protein cost is $0.19 per gram for the Bean & Cheese and $0.15 for the Beef & Bean, on par with Counter despite having a fraction of the total protein.
What Makes Counter Burritos Different
The protein in Counter's Beefy Queso Burrito and Chicken Queso Burrito comes from real whole food sources. The chicken version uses seasoned chicken breast. The beef version uses seasoned ground beef. Both incorporate cottage cheese as a secondary protein source, which adds creaminess to the queso cheese sauce while quietly boosting the protein count without resorting to protein powder, pea protein isolate, or other processed fillers.
Beyond the protein, the ingredient list reads like something you would actually make at home: rice, black beans, queso cheese sauce, and seasoning. There is no ingredient engineering or lab-formulated protein blends. The burritos weigh in at 7.2 ounces each, a size that feels like a full meal rather than a snack.
The result is a burrito that hits 30g of protein at 340-350 calories. That protein-to-calorie ratio of 8.6-8.8g per 100 calories is competitive with a grilled chicken breast (roughly 9.0g per 100 calories), which is a benchmark that no other frozen burrito comes close to reaching.
Frozen Burritos vs Homemade Meal Prep
Meal prep burritos are a staple recommendation in fitness communities. Buy tortillas, cook protein, prepare rice and beans, assemble, wrap in foil, freeze. The macros can be good if you control the ingredients.
The problem is the time investment. A typical batch of 10-12 meal prep burritos takes 60-90 minutes of active cooking and assembly. That does not include the grocery run, cleanup, or the inevitable freezer management when your homemade burritos develop freezer burn after two weeks because the foil wrap was not airtight.
Most homemade burrito recipes land around 20-25g of protein per burrito, depending on how much chicken or beef you use and how large you roll them. Counter burritos hit 30g in a consistent, portion-controlled serving every time. No guesswork on macros. No weighing chicken on a food scale.
The convenience factor is real: Counter burritos go from freezer to plate in about 4 minutes in the microwave. When you factor in the time cost of grocery shopping, cooking, assembling, and the risk of inconsistent macros across a batch, a frozen burrito with verified nutrition data starts looking like the more practical option for anyone tracking their intake.
Best Frozen Burritos for Air Fryer
Both Counter Beefy Queso and Chicken Queso burritos work well in an air fryer. Set your air fryer to 390°F and cook for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway through. The tortilla shell gets crispy and golden while the filling heats evenly. This gives you a texture closer to a fresh-wrapped restaurant burrito than what you get from a microwave. If you prefer a softer shell, wrap the burrito in foil for the first 10 minutes, then remove the foil for the final 2-3 minutes to lightly crisp the exterior.
Where to Buy High-Protein Frozen Burritos
Counter frozen burritos are available at major retailers across the United States:
- Walmart – 4,000+ stores nationwide, in the frozen meals aisle
- Target – 1,900+ stores, shelved with frozen entrees
- Albertsons / Jewel-Osco – available in select divisions
- Kroger – rolling out to select locations
- Online – order directly from eatcounter.com
Use the Counter Store Locator to find the closest retailer carrying Counter burritos near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What frozen burrito has the most protein?
Counter Beefy Queso Burrito and Counter Chicken Queso Burrito both deliver 30g of protein per burrito, the highest of any frozen burrito currently sold in U.S. grocery stores. The next closest competitor is EVOL at 17g. Most mainstream brands like El Monterey and Amy's range from 8g to 10g of protein per burrito.
Are frozen burritos healthy?
It depends entirely on the brand. Many frozen burritos are heavy on refined carbs and low on protein, delivering under 10g per serving with 300+ calories. That is a poor protein-to-calorie ratio. Counter burritos are built with protein-first macros: 30g protein, 340-350 calories, using real chicken breast or seasoned beef and cottage cheese. When evaluating any frozen burrito, check the protein-to-calorie ratio. Anything above 8g protein per 100 calories is excellent. Below 4g and you are mostly eating filler.
How many calories are in a Counter burrito?
The Counter Beefy Queso Burrito has 340 calories with 30g protein. The Counter Chicken Queso Burrito has 350 calories with 30g protein. Both offer a protein-to-calorie ratio above 8.5g per 100 calories, placing them among the most protein-efficient frozen meals available in any category.
Where can I buy high-protein frozen burritos?
Counter high-protein frozen burritos are sold at Walmart (4,000+ stores), Target (1,900+ stores), Albertsons/Jewel-Osco, and select Kroger locations. You can also order directly from eatcounter.com. To find a store near you, visit the Counter Store Locator.