Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Margherita
Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Margherita costs $20.49 and comes in at 650 calories: grilled chicken breasts topped with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil pesto and a lemon garlic sauce, served with parmesan garlic broccoli. It is the lowest carb entrée on the menu.
The Olive Garden Grilled Chicken Margherita is a classic entrées item on the Olive Garden Menu, priced at $20.49 ($20.29 to $24.79 depending on your state). A standard serving contains 650 calories.
Ingredients Summary
Two grilled chicken breasts, diced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, a lemon garlic butter sauce, and parmesan garlic broccoli on the side.
Taste Profile
Bright and herby, with the pesto and lemon doing most of the work over smoky grilled chicken. The fresh mozzarella melts into the tomatoes, and the broccoli adds crunch.
With 15 g of carbohydrates and 65 g of protein it is the go to plate for low carb diners. Sodium sits at 2,120 mg because of the pesto and cheese.
Healthier alternative: This is already among the lightest entrées; skip the breadsticks and choose the house salad without croutons.
“The dish for anyone eating at Olive Garden on a diet, and it does not feel like a compromise. The chicken is grilled properly and the pesto is generous.”
Menu Hacks & Pro Tips
Every add-on and choice offered when you order the Grilled Chicken Margherita, with the extra cost. Included choices cost nothing.
Choose Soup or Salad (Included With Your Entree)
| Famous House SaladDefault | Included | |
| Chicken & Gnocchi | Included | |
| Pasta e Fagioli | Included | |
| Minestrone (V) | Included | |
| Zuppa Toscana | Included | |
| No, Thank You. | Included |
Would you like to add a Beverage? (Optional)
| Raspberry Lemonade | +$4.29 | |
| Bellini Peach-Raspberry Iced Tea | +$4.29 | |
| Mango Passion Fruit Iced Tea | +$4.29 | |
| Strawberry Passionfruit Limonata | +$4.79 | |
| Sweet Pear Limonata | +$4.79 | |
| Half Lemonade + Half Tea | +$3.69 | |
| Classic Lemonade | +$3.99 | |
| Iced Tea | +$3.99 | |
| Iced Sweet Tea | +$3.99 | |
| Soft Drink | +$3.99 | |
| Confetti Pink Moscato-Bottle, Rosé Wine | +$25.50 | |
| Moscato Primo Amore-Bottle, White Wine | +$25.50 | |
| Roscato Rosso Dolce-Bottle, Red Wine | +$25.50 | |
| No, Thank You | Included |
Would you like to add a $6 Take Home entrée?
| Five Cheese Ziti | +$6.00 | |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | +$6.00 | |
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | +$6.00 |
Dietary Information
Contains dairy, wheat, gluten, soy and sulfites per the allergen guide; grilled on the shared grill. Not vegetarian.
Nutritional Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 650kcal | 33% |
| Total Fat | 39g | 50% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 65g | 130% |
| Sodium | 2120mg | 92% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 185mg | 62% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g | 18% |
Nutritional values are based on standard recipes and may vary by location or customization. Compare this item with the rest of the menu on our complete Olive Garden nutrition facts page.
Most Ordered Together
Herb grilled salmon is the other low carb plate served with the same parmesan garlic broccoli.
Allergen Information
The official Olive Garden allergen guide lists dairy, wheat, gluten, soy, sulfites for the Grilled Chicken Margherita. Kitchens share fryers and prep areas, so cross-contact is possible. See the full Olive Garden allergen menu.
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Grilled Chicken Margherita Price by State
Olive Garden prices differ by market. The typical price of $20.49 is the most common one across the states below; California, New York and Alaska run highest.
| State | Price | vs typical |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $20.49 | — |
| Alaska | $24.79 | +$4.30 |
| Arizona | $21.99 | +$1.50 |
| Arkansas | $20.49 | — |
| California | $22.49 | +$2.00 |
| Colorado | $21.29 | +$0.80 |
| Connecticut | $21.29 | +$0.80 |
| Delaware | $20.49 | — |
| Florida | $20.79 | +$0.30 |
| Georgia | $20.29 | −$0.20 |
| Idaho | $20.49 | — |
| Illinois | $21.99 | +$1.50 |
| Indiana | $20.49 | — |
| Iowa | $20.49 | — |
| Kansas | $20.49 | — |
| Kentucky | $20.49 | — |
| Louisiana | $20.49 | — |
| Maine | $21.29 | +$0.80 |
| Maryland | $20.49 | — |
| Massachusetts | $21.29 | +$0.80 |
| Michigan | $20.49 | — |
| Minnesota | $21.29 | +$0.80 |
| Mississippi | $20.29 | −$0.20 |
| Missouri | $20.49 | — |
| Montana | $21.29 | +$0.80 |
| Nebraska | $20.49 | — |
| Nevada | $21.29 | +$0.80 |
| New Hampshire | $20.49 | — |
| New Jersey | $20.49 | — |
| New Mexico | $20.49 | — |
| New York | $21.99 | +$1.50 |
| North Carolina | $20.49 | — |
| North Dakota | $20.79 | +$0.30 |
| Ohio | $20.49 | — |
| Oklahoma | $20.49 | — |
| Oregon | $22.49 | +$2.00 |
| Pennsylvania | $20.49 | — |
| Rhode Island | $20.79 | +$0.30 |
| South Carolina | $20.49 | — |
| South Dakota | $20.49 | — |
| Tennessee | $20.49 | — |
| Texas | $20.49 | — |
| Utah | $20.49 | — |
| Vermont | $20.79 | +$0.30 |
| Virginia | $20.49 | — |
| Washington | $22.49 | +$2.00 |
| West Virginia | $20.49 | — |
| Wisconsin | $20.49 | — |
| Wyoming | $20.49 | — |
Common Questions
How much is grilled chicken margherita at Olive Garden?
Grilled chicken margherita costs $20.49 at the typical US price.
How many calories are in grilled chicken margherita?
The plate has 650 calories, 39 g of fat, 15 g of carbohydrates, 65 g of protein and 2,120 mg of sodium.
Is grilled chicken margherita keto friendly?
With 15 g of carbohydrates it is the lowest carb entrée on the menu and fits most keto plans if you skip the breadsticks.
Does it come with pasta?
No. It is served with parmesan garlic broccoli. You can add a side of pasta for an extra charge.
Is it gluten free?
The allergen guide flags wheat and gluten for this dish, likely from the pesto or sauce, so it is not on the gluten sensitive menu.