At A Glance

What Is the SkinnyLicious Small Plates Menu?

Cheesecake Factory SkinnyLicious small plates range from $11.50 to $13.50 across 7 portion-controlled appetizers certified under 570 calories. Selections feature pan-fried dumplings, crispy taquitos, and sushi rice bites with 8 to 45 grams of protein.

Calorie Standard Under 570 Calories Appetizers strictly portioned
Price Range $11.50 – $13.50 7 light starter plates
Calorie Spread 380 – 570 Cal Asian potstickers to sushi rice
Lowest Calorie Starter Chicken Pot Stickers 380 calories / pan-seared ginger soy
Highest Protein Yield Crispy Chicken Taquitos 45g protein / grilled tomatillo salsa
Seafood Highlight Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice $12.95 / seared ahi on rice cakes
Macronutrient Data

Small Plates Nutrition: Protein Leaders

SkinnyLicious small plates contain between 380 and 570 calories per plate, with fat counts ranging from 12g to 46g and carbohydrates spanning 17g to 48g. Diners seeking high protein can choose Chicken Taquitos for 45g protein or Spicy Tuna for 27g protein.
Small Plate Price Calories Protein Total Fat Carbohydrates Sodium
Chicken Pot Stickers $11.95 380 cal 14g 12g 17g 680mg
Chicken Taquitos $12.50 524 cal 45g 14g 35g 1,220mg
Crab Wontons $11.95 550 cal 14g 32g 48g 740mg
Crispy Brussels Sprouts $13.50 570 cal 8g 46g 30g 840mg
Crispy Crab Bites $11.50 410 cal 15g 31g 19g 820mg
Spicy Tuna $12.95 470 cal 27g 14g 35g 960mg
Stuffed Mushrooms $12.95 510 cal 15g 42g 19g 1,120mg
Culinary Analysis

Taquitos vs Spicy Tuna vs Pot Stickers

Several of these plates also appear on the regular small plates lineup — Taquitos, Crab Wontons, and Brussels Sprouts included — in lighter builds that stay in the 380 to 570 calorie band.
Lean Protein Champion

Chicken Taquitos vs. Spicy Tuna

Chicken Taquitos ($12.50) leads with 45 grams of protein at 524 calories. Spicy Tuna ($12.95) pairs sashimi ahi with seared sushi rice cakes for 27g protein at 470 calories.

Lowest Calorie Pick

Pot Stickers vs. Crab Bites

Chicken Pot Stickers ($11.95) is the lowest-calorie starter at 380 calories in soy-ginger glaze. Crispy Crab Bites ($11.50) come in at 410 calories and 15g protein.

Herbal Baked vs. Sweet Glazed

Stuffed Mushrooms vs. Brussels Sprouts

Stuffed Mushrooms ($12.95) come in at 510 calories. Crispy Brussels Sprouts ($13.50) are the heaviest plate here at 570 calories.

Kitchen Modifications

Can You Order SkinnyLicious Appetizers Gluten-Free?

Cheesecake Factory prepares small plates to order, making it simple to request dipping sauces on the side, verify gluten-free frying procedures, and omit dairy. Line cooks tailor starters to individual nutrition goals.

Sauces on the Side

Request sweet chili, avocado cream, or soy-ginger sauce served in side ramekins to manage dipping portions and trim 80 to 150 calories.

Gluten-Friendly Verification

Chicken Taquitos are rolled in pure corn tortillas. Confirm dedicated fryer usage with servers, referencing standards on the gluten-free menu.

Multi-Plate Meal Pairing

Pair any SkinnyLicious small plate with a starter salad from the salads menu for a complete dinner under 700 calories.

Portion Sizing

How Many People Do SkinnyLicious Small Plates Feed?

SkinnyLicious small plates weigh between 8 and 12 ounces, delivering concentrated protein and flavor at $11.50 to $13.50. During bar Happy Hour from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on weekdays, select plates cost only $7.95 to $8.95.

Diners in the bar area can enjoy discounted appetizers alongside drink specials from the happy hour schedule for exceptional afternoon value.

Takeout orders placed through delivery services feature ventilated containers with secure sauce lids to keep dumpling crusts and taquitos crisp during transit.

Common Queries

Cheesecake Factory SkinnyLicious Small Plates FAQs

Answers on appetizer calories, protein counts, gluten-free choices, and delivery.

Yes, SkinnyLicious small plates are complete appetizer portions designed for sharing among two guests or serving as light individual meals.

Each dish delivers rich flavors and 8 to 45 grams of protein while remaining strictly under 570 calories as plated.

Chicken Taquitos delivers the highest protein yield with 45 grams of protein at 524 calories for $12.50.

Three rolled corn tortillas are filled with spiced shredded chicken, green chiles, and cheese, served with fresh avocado cream and salsa verde for an exceptional protein-to-calorie ratio.

Chicken Pot Stickers provides the lowest calorie count at 380 calories for $11.95.

The Asian dumplings are pan-fried in the traditional style with a crisp base and tender chicken filling, served with house soy-ginger sesame dipping sauce.

The Spicy Tuna small plate features sushi-grade ahi tuna tossed with sriracha and scallions, served atop bite-sized cakes of crispy seared sushi rice with pickled ginger and sweet soy glaze for $12.95.

The dish delivers 27 grams of clean protein and 470 calories, mirroring upscale sushi lounge appetizers.

Yes, Chicken Taquitos and Spicy Tuna can be prepared gluten-free by confirming corn tortilla fryer protocols and omitting wheat-containing dipping glazes.

Diners should reference the gluten-free menu for kitchen procedures regarding dedicated fryer oil.

Stuffed Mushrooms feature whole white button mushroom caps packed with a savory filling of Fontina and parmesan cheeses, roasted garlic, and culinary herbs, baked in a rich Madeira wine sauce for $12.95 and 510 calories.

The starter provides 15 grams of protein with deep herbal richness.

Crispy Brussels Sprouts roasted with smoked bacon and a light maple-butter glaze achieve a 570-calorie total through flash-roasting techniques that minimize excess oil absorption.

Priced at $13.50, the starter delivers rich caramelized vegetable flavor without deep-frying in heavy batter.