Chili’s Appetizers Menu With Prices 2026
Chili’s appetizers cost between about $9.29 and $21.99. The cheapest starter is Chips & Salsa, the most popular is the Triple Dipper®, and bone-in wings are the most expensive. Below is every Chili’s appetizer with its price and calories, what each one tastes like, and the best choices for sharing, value and lighter eating.
Chili’s Appetizers Menu Prices
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chips & Salsa | $9.29 | 910 |
| House-made Guacamole | $12.49 | 1,150 |
| Skillet Beef Queso | $13.59 | 1,340 |
| Southwestern Queso | $14.39 | 1,360 |
| Dip Trio | $14.59 | 970–2,140 |
| Texas Cheese Fries | $14.99 | 1,780 |
| Triple Dipper® | $17.99 | 1,450–3,040 |
| Southwestern Eggrolls | $18.29 | 1,020 |
| Honey-Chipotle Mozzarella | $18.29 | 1,410–2,140 |
| Boneless Wings | $18.99 | 900–2,010 |
| Fried Mozzarella | $18.99 | 920–1,790 |
| Nashville Hot Mozzarella | $18.99 | 1,430–2,440 |
| Bone-in Wings | $21.99 | 960–2,010 |
Most Popular Appetizers
Triple Dipper®
Chili’s best-selling starter lets you pick three appetizers on one platter — usually from Southwestern Eggrolls, boneless or bone-in wings, Big Mouth® Bites, fried mozzarella and crispers — each with its own dipping sauce. The calorie range is wide (1,450–3,040) because it depends on what you choose. It easily feeds three or four people as a starter.
Southwestern Eggrolls
Crispy tortillas filled with smoked chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeño Jack cheese, red peppers and spinach, cut in half and served with avocado-ranch dressing. They are one of the dishes Chili’s is most known for.
Skillet Queso and Southwestern Queso
Warm cheese dip served with tortilla chips. The Skillet Beef Queso adds seasoned beef; the Southwestern Queso is the classic meatless version. Both are great for a table to share.
Boneless and Bone-in Wings
Wings come tossed in sauces such as Buffalo, Honey-Chipotle, Mango-Habanero or Sweet Chili, with ranch or blue cheese. Boneless wings are cheaper and easier to share; bone-in wings cost the most on the appetizer menu.
Texas Cheese Fries
Fries covered in melted cheese, bacon and jalapeños with ranch. Filling and heavy at about 1,780 calories — best split between several people.
Mozzarella Sticks (Fried, Honey-Chipotle, Nashville Hot)
Breaded mozzarella served with marinara, or tossed in Honey-Chipotle or Nashville Hot sauce for a sweet or spicy twist.
Best Appetizers by Need
| Best for… | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | Chips & Salsa | Lowest price; free for Rewards members with $5+ purchase |
| Groups of 3–4 | Triple Dipper® | Three starters on one plate |
| Spicy food fans | Nashville Hot Mozzarella | Big heat with cool ranch |
| Lower calories | Chips & Salsa or Boneless Wings (small sauce) | Under 1,000 cal |
| Vegetarian | Southwestern Queso, Guacamole, Fried Mozzarella | No meat in the base recipe |
How to Save on Appetizers
- Join My Chili’s Rewards for free chips & salsa on visits with a $5+ purchase.
- Order the 3 For Me deal — it includes a starter, drink and entrée from $10.99.
- Visit during happy hour, when many locations discount select appetizers.
- For parties, a party platter of eggrolls or wings is cheaper per person than ordering several single plates.
Appetizer Allergens and Diet Notes
Most fried appetizers (mozzarella, eggrolls, wings, crispers) contain wheat and are cooked in shared fryers. Queso and mozzarella contain milk. Chips & salsa and guacamole are the simplest options if you are avoiding gluten, but cross-contact is possible, so tell your server about any allergy.
Appetizer Prices Ranked
| Rank | Appetizer | Approx. price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chips & Salsa | $9.29 |
| 2 | House-made Guacamole | $12.49 |
| 3 | Skillet Beef Queso | $13.59 |
| 4 | Southwestern Queso | $14.39 |
| 5 | Dip Trio | $14.59 |
| 6 | Texas Cheese Fries | $14.99 |
| 7 | Triple Dipper® | $17.99 |
| 8 | Southwestern Eggrolls | $18.29 |
| 9 | Boneless Wings | $18.99 |
| 10 | Bone-in Wings | $21.99 |
The Triple Dipper gives the most variety for the price because it includes three starters.
How Many Appetizers Should You Order?
- 2 people: one appetizer, such as queso or eggrolls.
- 3–4 people: a Triple Dipper or two smaller starters.
- 5–8 people: a Triple Dipper plus chips & salsa, or a party platter.
- Game day: wings and eggrolls platters from the party menu.
Wing Sauces at Chili’s
Boneless and bone-in wings can be tossed in several sauces, which usually include Buffalo, Honey-Chipotle, Mango-Habanero and a sweet chilli-style sauce, depending on location. Buffalo and Mango-Habanero are the spiciest, while Honey-Chipotle is sweet with a mild kick. All wings come with ranch or blue cheese for dipping.
For official nutrition and allergen information, see the Chili’s nutrition guide.
How Much Are Chips and Salsa at Chili’s?
Chips and Salsa at Chili’s costs about $9.29 in 2026, making it the cheapest appetizer on the menu. You get a basket of warm, crispy tortilla chips with Chili’s house salsa, and it has about 910 calories. My Chili’s Rewards members can often get free chips and salsa with a qualifying purchase, which is the easiest way to save. If you want more, the Dip Trio at about $14.59 adds queso and guacamole.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are chips and salsa at Chili’s?
Chips and Salsa at Chili’s cost about $9.29, and My Chili’s Rewards members can often get them free with a qualifying purchase.
What is the most popular appetizer?
The Triple Dipper® is Chili’s most popular appetizer, followed by Southwestern Eggrolls and Skillet Queso.
How much is the Triple Dipper?
The Triple Dipper® is about $17.99 at the locations we checked, but prices vary by city.
What comes on the Chili’s Triple Dipper?
You choose any three of the listed starters — such as eggrolls, wings, Big Mouth® Bites, fried mozzarella or crispers — and each comes with a dipping sauce.
Are chips and salsa free?
Chips & salsa are free for My Chili’s Rewards members on visits with a $5+ purchase. Otherwise they cost about $9.29.
What is the cheapest appetizer?
Chips & Salsa is the cheapest appetizer at about $9.29.
What is the best appetizer for sharing at Chili’s?
The Triple Dipper® is the best for sharing because you get three starters on one platter.
Are Chili’s boneless wings real chicken?
Yes, boneless wings are pieces of chicken breast, breaded and fried, then tossed in sauce.
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