Description
Make this flavorful Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito at home! Packed with juicy grilled chicken, smoky chipotle ranch, and fresh toppings—perfect for a quick lunch or dinner
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large 10-inch flour tortillas
- 16 oz grilled chicken breast strips
- 16 oz shredded cheddar cheese (can use Mexican blend or Colby Jack)
- ½ head iceberg lettuce (about 4 cups chopped)
- 1 ¼ cups diced tomatoes (about ¾ of a beefsteak tomato, diced)
- 3 oz crunchy tortilla strips (or crushed tortilla chips)
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup Taco Bell Creamy Chipotle Sauce
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Chop ½ head of iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces (about 4 cups). Dice ¾ of a beefsteak tomato to yield 1 ¼ cups. Grate 16 oz of cheddar cheese (or use pre-shredded Mexican blend or Colby Jack). Measure 3 oz of crunchy tortilla strips (or crush tortilla chips). Set out ½ cup each of ranch dressing and Taco Bell Creamy Chipotle Sauce.
- Marinate and Grill the Chicken: Toss 16 oz of chicken breast strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder. Marinate for 10 minutes if time allows. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, grill chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Slice into strips and keep warm.
- Assemble the Burrito: Lay a 10-inch flour tortilla flat. In the center, add ½ cup shredded cheese, ½ cup grilled chicken strips, ½ cup chopped lettuce, 2 tablespoons diced tomatoes, ⅓ cup tortilla strips, 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce, and 1 tablespoon ranch dressing. Tuck in the sides and roll tightly into a burrito.
- Toast the Burrito: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the burrito seam-side down and toast for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crispy, using kitchen tongs to flip. Repeat for all eight burritos. Serve warm.
Notes
Pros:
- Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes
- Highly customizable with vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options
- Family-friendly and loved by kids and adults
- Cost-effective compared to fast-food versions
- Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly
Cons:
- High in sodium (970 mg per serving)
- Can be calorie-dense (578 kcal) without modifications
- Requires a skillet for toasting, which may add cleanup time
- Prep Time: PT20M
- Cook Time: PT10M
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 578 kcal per serving