Description
Zesty chicken avocado ranch burritos bring Mexican-inspired flavors to your dinner table. Packed with creamy avocado, tender chicken, and tangy ranch, these burritos promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
Vegetables and Fruits:
- 1 large avocado, mashed or sliced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Seasonings and Dressing:
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant filling by combining shredded chicken, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, ranch dressing, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Place a soft flour tortilla on a clean surface, spreading the seasoned chicken mixture across the center, leaving space around the edges for wrapping.
- Layer shredded lettuce and cheese on top of the chicken mixture, creating a colorful and textured base for the burrito.
- Optional: Enhance flavor by drizzling additional ranch dressing over the filling.
- Carefully fold the tortilla’s sides inward, then roll tightly from bottom to top, creating a compact and secure burrito shape.
- Repeat the assembly process with remaining tortillas and filling.
- For a crispy exterior, warm a skillet over medium heat (approximately 350°F) and gently toast each burrito for 2-3 minutes per side until achieving a golden-brown, slightly crunchy texture.
- Slice burritos diagonally and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges, providing a zesty citrus accent to complement the rich, creamy filling.
Notes
- Customize the filling by swapping chicken with grilled shrimp, tofu, or black beans for a vegetarian or seafood twist.
- Enhance flavor by marinating chicken in lime juice and spices for 30 minutes before cooking to infuse more depth.
- Keep burritos tight and leak-proof by tucking in the sides firmly and using slightly warmed tortillas that are more pliable.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and store separately in airtight containers for quick assembly during busy weeknights, maintaining maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg