Craving a quick, healthy, and flavorful weeknight meal? Look no further! My Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito is here to save the day. It’s packed with zesty chicken, fresh ingredients, and a creamy kick that will have your taste buds singing. Trust me, this will become a new family favorite!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
I remember the first time I had a burrito like this. I was backpacking through the Southwest, exhausted and hungry after a long day of hiking. I stumbled upon a tiny food truck, and the aroma wafting from it was irresistible. One bite of that chipotle ranch grilled chicken burrito, and I was hooked! I knew I had to recreate that magic at home. It’s now my go-to recipe for a quick and satisfying meal that reminds me of adventure and delicious discoveries.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1 ounce) Chipotle Ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Burritos:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Optional: Avocado slices, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the chicken breasts with chipotle ranch seasoning and olive oil. Make sure each piece is nicely coated.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink inside.
- Rest and Dice: Let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes, then dice it into small pieces.
- Warm Tortillas: Lightly warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
- Assemble Burritos: Lay a tortilla flat and spread a thin layer of sour cream. Add rice, black beans, diced chicken, shredded cheese, and cilantro.
- Fold and Roll: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then tightly roll it up from the bottom.
- Grill (Optional): For extra flavor and a crispy tortilla, grill the assembled burritos for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Serve: Cut the Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito in half and serve immediately. Add your favorite toppings, such as avocado or diced tomatoes. Enjoy!
Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a bowl, mix the chicken breasts with chipotle ranch seasoning and olive oil. Make sure each piece is nicely coated.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 ounce Chipotle Ranch seasoning mix, 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink inside.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes, then dice it into small pieces.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Lightly warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.4 large flour tortillas
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread a thin layer of sour cream. Add rice, black beans, diced chicken, shredded cheese, and cilantro.4 large flour tortillas, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 cup cooked rice, 15 ounces black beans, 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then tightly roll it up from the bottom.4 large flour tortillas
- For extra flavor and a crispy tortilla, grill the assembled burritos for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Cut the Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito in half and serve immediately. Add your favorite toppings, such as avocado or diced tomatoes. Enjoy!Avocado slices, Diced tomatoes