Eating at Chilis tonight! HELP!

mercedes25
mercedes25 Posts: 47 Member
edited September 28 in Health and Weight Loss
Hey guys, tonight I'm going to eat with a friend at Chilis (she picked). Anyways anybody have any suggestions on what I should get to eat? I will have about 800 calories to work with, however I would still like o keep it under! I also know I can get a dish with more calories but not eat it all! Help with suggestions pleas!

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  • lcoulter23
    lcoulter23 Posts: 568 Member
    get a kids meal!
  • lcoulter23
    lcoulter23 Posts: 568 Member
    stupid double post!
  • jenlayport
    jenlayport Posts: 154 Member
    check the website for the nutritional values before you go so you know what you can have. I think they have a margarita chicken thats grilled, just get steamed veggies on the side instead of fries you will be fine! =)
  • oddyogi
    oddyogi Posts: 1,816 Member
    Go to their website--they have nutrition facts about all their menu items. Unfortunately, Chili's doesn't have many low-cal options, but the best thing to go for is the Guiltless Grill Salmon.. with broccoli and steamed rice (no butter), it's under 500 calories and packs some good protein.

    Good luck!
  • Dahlface13
    Dahlface13 Posts: 65 Member
    I've gone before and just ordered a grilled chicken breast and corn on the cob a la carte. That would be way under your calories but you could do the same with other items or sub a healther side for fries.
  • stanvoodoo
    stanvoodoo Posts: 1,023 Member
    Fajitas. Skip tortillas or just one and easy on the sides, sour cream and guac.
  • graysmom2005
    graysmom2005 Posts: 1,882 Member
    Hey guys, tonight I'm going to eat with a friend at Chilis (she picked). Anyways anybody have any suggestions on what I should get to eat? I will have about 800 calories to work with, however I would still like o keep it under! I also know I can get a dish with more calories but not eat it all! Help with suggestions pleas!

    Google Chilis nutrition/calories. Usually you can find the info online somewhere. Drink lots of water to combat the sodium. I find salads to be the easiest things to "alter". I can ask for no cheese etc and then ask for oil/vinegar on the side. OR depending on where you are on your journey...just enjoy...don't splurge on appetizers and desserts and start again tomorrow. 800 calories is good wiggle room though. You should be fine!
  • kyodi
    kyodi Posts: 376 Member
    They have a listing of their nutritional info on their site via a PDF. Sit down before you look at it though. The Shinerbock burger and fries is like 2100 cals. I used to order that when the wife and I went there. It's depressing to think I ate that much in one meal.

    Here's a link: http://www.chilis.com/EN/Nutritional Information/Chilis_Nutrition_Menu_Generic.pdf
  • OrganicGal
    OrganicGal Posts: 15
    Kid's meal is a perfect choice...or get a regular portion but before the server brings it to your table, ask them to kindly box up 1/2 of the meal for you to take home. :) Keeps you in check, but allows you to enjoy time with friends. Opt for a seltzer water w/twist of lime vs. alcohol, or ask if they can mix seltzer water with wine to have more of an "adult beverage". :) Have fun!
  • LaurieBLouise
    LaurieBLouise Posts: 48 Member
    i'm pretty sure they have a low cal menu! good luck but ENJOY!
  • sarahazelnut99
    sarahazelnut99 Posts: 307 Member
    Okay calm down im a HUGE fan of chilis lol
    get a classic margarita if you guys are drinking which is about 180 (im a pro) and then get the margarita chicken with the rice and beans! thats about 600 calories
    its as easy as that :-)
  • Msaip
    Msaip Posts: 482 Member
    DONT get the mushroom swiss! I made that mistake!

    They have salmon or chicken?
  • grlygrl123
    grlygrl123 Posts: 55 Member
    Fajita without the tortilla shells. It's yummy!
  • jojo52610
    jojo52610 Posts: 692 Member
    Make sure you check the website first because I ordered something I though sounded Low Calorie - but the Fat content was off the charts Chili's is tricky
  • fitniknik
    fitniknik Posts: 713 Member
    Get a doggie bag right away... put half of it in a doggie bag. Should be ok with almost anything that way!
  • shayweigh
    shayweigh Posts: 1
    Hi
    They have a nutritional value book on the table and some nutritional values are even in the title of the food. I also always have the margarita grilled chicken. There are lots of black beans and rice but if you do not eat them all then you should be ok.

    Have a good meal!
  • Cherilea
    Cherilea Posts: 1,118 Member
    Go to the Food Database and type in Chilis and see what you get. I do that a lot and it helps me plan ahead if I know where Im going beforehand.
  • amarie35
    amarie35 Posts: 333 Member
    The Margaritta Chicken is AWESOME and according to their nutritional website, it's one of the lowest meal items that they have. My husband and I actually share a plate because it's a pretty good size. You can pick a side and I think it comes w/ rice. We always get broccoli for our side. Anyway, I want to say it's like 450 calories for the entire plate. But I may be off a little. Check their website just to be sure.
  • veganhoneys
    veganhoneys Posts: 34
    water with lime
    15 chips- lots of salsa
    side salad no cheese with balsamic vinaigrette, side of mexican rice, side of seasonal veggies no butter
  • pauljsolie
    pauljsolie Posts: 1,024 Member
    I PM'd you an interesting website with lots of chain restaurants.
  • tara4487
    tara4487 Posts: 118 Member
    There grilled chicken sandwich on wheat bun is sook delicious and u can pick a diffrent side instead of fries I had corn on the cob oh I love that place good luck
  • Melbel85
    Melbel85 Posts: 240 Member
    I went there a few weeks ago and to the Guiltless Santa Fe Chicken wrap with steamed broccoli. Its 680 calories but you will most likely not be able to eat it all! Its pretty big!
  • jen0619
    jen0619 Posts: 414
    I really love the margarita chicken but I sub the beans and rice for double veggies :) I also like which not a lot of people do is the Carribbean chicken or shrimp salad it is huge fruity and delicious and to add one last thing I get is a house salad no cheese or croutons with fat free honey mustard on the side and a cup of chili and that way I still have enough room for a margarita! :) Good luck!
  • ewtx1000
    ewtx1000 Posts: 24 Member
    Any of the soups, chili's is safe. The Margarita grilled chicken is really good.
  • Hollycat
    Hollycat Posts: 372
    Just went to their nutritional page...here are some under 800 cal choices [not paying too much attention to the health factor here, so don't slam me!]:

    810 cal - Triple Dipper™ Boneless Buffalo Wings w/ Bleu Cheese
    560 cal - Triple Dipper™ Southwestern Eggrolls w/ Avocado Ranch
    690 cal - Wings Over Buffalo® w/ Bleu Cheese
    610 cal - Caribbean Salad w/ Grilled Chicken
    620 cal - Caribbean Salad w/ Grilled Shrimp
    650 cal - Chicken Caesar Salad

    Any of the soups with a House Salad, dressing on the side will keep you under 800.

    Classic Sirloin steak [360] and House Salad [160], dressing on the side...well under 800

    DON'T eat the ribs! They're LOADED!

    Know before you go......!

    Hollycat
    :flowerforyou:
  • Schraudt814
    Schraudt814 Posts: 496 Member
    I do believe Chili's still has their Guiltless Grill menu which is actually really good- I love the GG chicken sandwich that comes with black beans and steamed broccoli! It's still really flavorful so you don't feel like you're missing out. I feel your pain though! I'm a sucker for the Southerwestern Egg Rolls!:embarassed:
  • jabbogurl
    jabbogurl Posts: 193
    DON'T EAT THE CHIPS! Those things are loaded with calories... I usually get the margarita chicken (no cheese) and some veggies. It's really filling.
  • cweiler4
    cweiler4 Posts: 374 Member
    :happy: I love to get the Corn Chowder and a side salad. Good luck!!
  • CrazyAdventure
    CrazyAdventure Posts: 113 Member
    Looking online for nutritional value is great advice! But make sure you decide BEFORE you go and stick with it! It's really difficult to look up other foods after you're there... I would know! haha
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