Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito
Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken A flavor-packed burrito loaded with juicy grilled chicken, creamy chipotle ranch, warm rice, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. Easy, satisfying, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Grilled Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts sliced thin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lime juice
For the Chipotle Ranch Sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo 1–2 tbsp minced
- 1 tsp lime juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For the Burritos
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 ½ cups cooked rice white, brown, or cilantro-lime
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup corn optional
- ½ cup black beans optional
- Extra chipotle ranch for drizzling
Instructions
Prepare the Chipotle Ranch
- In a bowl, mix ranch dressing, minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, and garlic powder.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less chipotle as desired.
- Chill until ready to use.
Season and Grill the Chicken
- Toss sliced chicken with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes or until golden and fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
Assemble the Burritos
- Warm tortillas to make rolling easier.
- Layer each tortilla with rice, grilled chicken, shredded cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and any optional add-ins.
- Drizzle generously with chipotle ranch sauce.
- Roll tightly into a burrito.
Grill the Burritos (Optional)
- Add rolled burritos to a clean skillet.
- Grill 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
Notes
- Swap chicken for steak, shrimp, or roasted vegetables.
- Add avocado or guacamole for creaminess.
- Use whole-wheat tortillas for a healthier option.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 32gFat: 28gFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
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