Description
Savor the zesty chipotle ranch grilled chicken burrito, a flavor-packed Mexican-inspired delight blending smoky spices with creamy ranch. Diners will relish this mouthwatering meal that combines grilled chicken, tangy sauce, and fresh ingredients in one irresistible wrap.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
Filling and Accompaniments:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) ranch dressing
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sliced red onions
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cooked rice (optional)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) black beans (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by blending chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and olive oil in a mixing bowl.
- Thoroughly coat chicken breasts with the marinade and allow flavors to meld for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium heat (around 375°F).
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin, uniform strips.
- Warm tortillas slightly to enhance flexibility.
- Spread ranch dressing evenly across each tortilla.
- Layer sliced chicken, crisp lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and thinly sliced red onions.
- Optional: Add rice or black beans for extra substance.
- Fold tortilla sides inward, then roll tightly into a compact burrito.
- Grill burrito on medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side until exterior turns golden and crispy.
- Cut diagonally and serve immediately with additional ranch dressing or zesty salsa.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by reducing or increasing the amount of chipotle in adobo sauce based on personal spice tolerance.
- Swap chicken with tofu, shrimp, or plant-based protein for vegetarian or diverse dietary needs.
- For deeper flavor, marinate chicken overnight in the refrigerator to allow spices to fully penetrate the meat.
- Use whole wheat or low-carb tortillas to create a more nutritious version of the burrito without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg