Keith Lee Quesadilla and More
Chipotle Mexican Grill offers a customizable menu. The Keith Lee-inspired Fajita Quesadilla, popularized on TikTok, became a permanent digital-only item in March 2023. This guide explores the Keithadilla, other quesadilla options, and Chipotle’s menu highlights.
What Is the Keith Lee Quesadilla?
The Keithadilla is a steak quesadilla with fajita veggies, served with three sides. Keith Lee, a TikTok food critic with 10.7 million followers, and Alexis Frost popularized this dish in December 2022. It includes Monterey Jack cheese, steak, and fajita veggies (sautéed bell peppers and onions). Sides are roasted chili-corn salsa, sour cream, and Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette. Order it via the Chipotle app or website.
Fajita Quesadilla Hack
The Fajita Quesadilla Hack, inspired by Alexis Frost, mirrors the Keithadilla but swaps vinaigrette for tomatillo red-chili salsa. Frost’s version, also digital-only, gained traction after her review called it a “perfect 10.” Both options are customizable with proteins like chicken, barbacoa, carnitas, or sofritas.
Why Did the Keithadilla Go Viral?
A TikTok trend sparked massive demand for the Keithadilla. In late 2022, Frost’s video garnered 149,500 likes, while Lee’s follow-up, adding his vinaigrette-sour cream dip, reached 4 million views. Chipotle saw 30.6 million views and 3.7 million likes across related TikTok content in one week. The viral hack initially strained restaurant operations, prompting Chipotle to train 100,000 employees and update systems at 3,200 locations.
What’s on Chipotle’s Quesadilla Menu?
Chipotle offers five quesadilla variations with fajita veggies. Since March 2023, customers can add fajita veggies to any quesadilla via digital orders. Options include:
Steak Quesadilla: With fajita veggies, Monterey Jack cheese, and sides like roasted chili-corn salsa.
Chicken Quesadilla: Customizable with fajita veggies and three sides.
Barbacoa Quesadilla: Features shredded beef with fajita veggies.
Carnitas Quesadilla: Includes pulled pork and fajita veggies.
Sofritas Quesadilla: Plant-based protein with fajita veggies. Each quesadilla costs $9.50 to $11.25, depending on protein and location.
How to Order the Keithadilla
Order the Keithadilla through the Chipotle app or website. Select the steak quesadilla, add fajita veggies, and choose roasted chili-corn salsa, sour cream, and Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette as sides. In-store orders may not include fajita veggies due to equipment limitations. Digital ordering ensures consistency.
Recent Reviews of the Keithadilla
Reviews praise the Keithadilla’s flavor but note portion issues. Uproxx called it Chipotle’s “messiest dish,” with melted cheese and flavorful fajita veggies enhancing barbacoa’s earthy notes. However, Keith Lee, in May 2025, rated it 2.5/10, citing smaller portions compared to his original 10/10 review. Reddit users report inconsistent veggie placement, with some receiving fajitas on the side.
Nutritional Information
A Keithadilla with steak and fajita veggies has 800–900 calories. This includes Monterey Jack cheese and sides. Chicken or sofritas options reduce calories to 700–800. Check Chipotle’s nutrition calculator online for precise values. Sides like guacamole (230 calories per 4 oz) or queso blanco (120 calories per 2 oz) add to the total.
FAQS
How do you make Keithadilla at home?
Combine steak, fajita veggies, and cheese in a tortilla. Grill 1 lb (0.45 kg) steak, sauté bell peppers and onions, and melt 1 cup (100 g) Monterey Jack cheese in a flour tortilla. Serve with 2 tbsp (30 ml) sour cream, 2 tbsp (30 ml) Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette, and 2 tbsp (30 g) roasted chili-corn salsa.
Is the Keithadilla still available?
Yes, the Keithadilla is a permanent digital-only menu item. Order via the Chipotle app or website. Availability may vary by location due to operational constraints.
What’s in the Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette?
Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette contains honey, adobo, and spices. Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey, 2 tbsp (30 ml) adobo sauce, 1/4 cup (60 ml) red wine vinegar, and 1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil for a homemade version.
Why was the Keithadilla hard to order initially?
It wasn’t an official menu item, causing operational issues. Fajita veggies in quesadillas risked cross-contamination and equipment strain, leading some stores to refuse orders. Chipotle resolved this by updating systems in March 2023.