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Chipotle Ranch Chicken Burrito

A grilled chipotle ranch chicken burrito cut in half showing white rice, black beans, shredded chicken, and melted cheese.
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Make this smoky chipotle ranch chicken burrito at home. It features grilled chicken, creamy sauce, and melted cheese, mimicking popular takeout versions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup prepared ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup cooked white rice (optional)
  • 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes before dicing or shredding it.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the ranch dressing and minced chipotle peppers to create the chipotle ranch sauce.
  4. Warm the flour tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
  5. Assemble the burrito: Lay a tortilla flat. Layer the bottom half with cooked chicken, a spoonful of chipotle ranch sauce, shredded cheeses, rice, and black beans, if using.
  6. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then tightly roll the burrito from the bottom up.
  7. For a crisp exterior, place the burrito seam-side down in a hot, dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. Cut the burrito in half diagonally to show the filling before serving.

Notes

  • For meal prep burrito ideas, assemble the burritos completely but skip the final grilling step. Wrap tightly in foil or parchment paper and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for later. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
  • You can grill the chicken instead of pan-searing for a deeper smoky flavor.
  • If you want a Taco Bell copycat burrito texture, use thinner tortillas and press the assembled burrito firmly in a hot skillet.

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