How many calories are in Southwest Chicken Ranch Salad?

A half has 400 calories and a whole has 810.

Are the dressings included in these numbers?

Yes. These figures cover the standard build with chipotle aioli and farmhouse ranch dressing.

What allergens are listed?

The standard salad lists milk and egg. Tortilla-strip or stuffer variants may add wheat, and customizations can change allergens.

Does it include avocado?

Yes. Avocado is part of the standard salad alongside chicken, corn and vegetables.

How much does it cost?

A whole salad is typically about $12–$17, depending on the café.

Panera Southwest Chicken Ranch Salad

Romaine and chicken with avocado, corn, tomatoes and tortilla strips, finished with chipotle aioli and ranch.

Half / whole400 / 810 cal

Whole priceAbout $12–$17

DressingsRanch + chipotle aioli

Protein, whole30 g

Grilled chicken and avocado sit over romaine with corn, grape tomatoes and cilantro. Blue corn tortilla strips add crunch, while chipotle aioli and farmhouse ranch finish the standard half or whole salad.

What’s in Southwest Chicken Ranch Salad

The standard build includes:

Romaine
Grilled chicken
Avocado
Grape tomatoes
Roasted corn
Cilantro
Blue corn tortilla strips
Chipotle aioli drizzle
Farmhouse ranch dressing

Price

These are approximate café prices. Half portions or catering packs, where offered, are priced separately; check your café for its current menu. Typical price: About $12–$17 for a whole salad.

Prices vary by café and are not set nationally. Figures are typical US ranges. Confirm in the Panera app for your location. Official nutrition guides do not list prices.

Nutrition facts by serving

Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide, effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 (c8-26).

Southwest Chicken Ranch Salad nutrition information by size
Nutrient	Half	Whole
Calories	400	810
Calories from fat	270	530
Total fat	30 g	59 g
Saturated fat	5 g	10 g
Trans fat	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	55 mg	110 mg
Sodium	1,040 mg	2,080 mg
Total carbohydrates	20 g	40 g
Dietary fiber	5 g	10 g
Total sugars	7 g	14 g
Protein	15 g	30 g

Values cover the standard salad with its dressings and toppings; customizations change nutrition.

Allergens

Contains milk and egg.

Tortilla-strip or stuffer variations may add wheat, and café customizations can change allergens. Shared equipment and preparation mean no item is guaranteed allergen-free; confirm your exact order with the café.

Ordering tips

The half serving is 400 calories with the standard toppings and dressings.
Request dressing adjustments at the café; the published figures will no longer describe that exact order.
Check tortilla-strip and other substitutions when reviewing allergens.

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Sources & disclaimer

Facts are rewritten for readers of Panera Bread Menus from Panera Bread’s publicly published materials:

Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide (effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 / c8-26)
Panera Bread Allergen Guide (valid 9/2/2026, Edition 1)
Panera Fall 2026 catering menu (product build)

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