Description
This Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito is a perfect combination of smoky grilled chicken, zesty chipotle ranch sauce, and fresh ingredients wrapped up in a soft flour tortilla. It’s a great meal for any day, offering bold flavors that will satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chipotle ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
2 large flour tortillas
1 cup cooked rice (preferably cilantro lime rice)
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture onto both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is fully cooked. Once done, remove the chicken from the grill and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
- While the chicken is resting, heat the tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds on each side, just until warm.
- To assemble the burritos, place a warm tortilla on a flat surface. Start by layering the cilantro lime rice in the center, followed by black beans, corn, and a generous amount of sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle chipotle ranch dressing over the chicken and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and shredded cheddar cheese. If you like, add a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly into a burrito.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for a burst of fresh flavor.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Replace the chicken with grilled tofu or sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian burrito.
- Heat Level: Add diced jalapeños or use a hotter chipotle sauce for extra spice.
- Rice Swap: Brown rice or cauliflower rice can be used as a low-carb alternative to regular white rice.
- Storage: Leftover burritos can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a microwave or skillet for best results.
- Freezing: Freeze the burritos before grilling for future use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg