Description
This Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito combines smoky chipotle flavors with creamy ranch and juicy grilled chicken, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this recipe delivers bold, southwest-inspired flavors that will satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings.
Ingredients
- For the Chipotle Ranch Sauce:
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2–3 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Grilled Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika works great!)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Burritos:
- 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend or pepper jack)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chipotle Ranch Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine the ranch dressing and finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo.
- Add the fresh lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until well combined and smooth.
- Refrigerate until ready to use. For best flavor, prepare at least 30 minutes before assembling burritos.
Step 2: Prepare and Grill the Chicken
- In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and brush with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F) or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat on your stovetop.
- Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Step 3: Prepare Your Fillings
- If not already prepared, cook your rice according to package instructions.
- Warm the black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
- Prepare all your fresh toppings: shred the lettuce, dice the tomatoes and red onion, chop the cilantro, and slice the avocado.
Step 4: Assemble the Burritos
- Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or on a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
- Lay a tortilla flat on a clean work surface.
- Spread about 2 tablespoons of the chipotle ranch sauce in the center of the tortilla.
- Add 1/4 cup of rice in a line down the center, leaving about 2 inches from the edges.
- Top with 1/4 of the grilled chicken slices and 1/4 cup of black beans.
- Add your desired amount of shredded cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and avocado.
- Drizzle with an additional 1-2 tablespoons of chipotle ranch sauce.
Step 5: Fold and Roll the Burrito
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla toward the center.
- While holding the sides, fold the bottom edge up and over the filling.
- Continue rolling tightly away from you until the burrito is sealed.
- If desired, wrap in foil to help hold it together and keep it warm.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
Step 6: Toast the Burrito (Optional but Recommended)
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place the assembled burrito seam-side down in the skillet.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- This helps seal the burrito and adds a delicious crunch!
Notes
* Control the heat level by adjusting the amount of chipotle peppers. Start with less if you’re sensitive to spice. * For extra-flavorful chicken, marinate it in some of the chipotle ranch sauce for 1-2 hours before grilling. * Don’t overfill your burritos – it makes them difficult to roll and more likely to tear. * Warm your tortillas before rolling to make them more pliable and less likely to crack. * For a crispier exterior, toast the rolled burrito in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side. * Make components ahead of time for quick assembly during busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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