Here’s a Chicken Avocado Ranch Burrito recipe that’s creamy, hearty, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. It combines juicy chicken, fresh avocado, melty cheese, and tangy ranch dressing all wrapped in a warm tortilla — and you can make it grilled or ungrilled!
🌯 Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos
🍽️ Servings: 4 large burritos
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes total
🥑 Flavor: Creamy, cheesy, savory with a ranch kick
📝 Ingredients
🐔 For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 large avocado, diced
- ½ cup ranch dressing (use your favorite brand or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced (optional)
- ½ cup black beans or corn (optional for extra texture)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh lime juice (optional, to keep avocado fresh and add brightness)
🌯 For Wrapping:
- 4 large flour tortillas (10–12 inch)
- 1 tbsp butter or oil, for grilling (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
- In a large bowl, combine:
- Cooked chicken
- Diced avocado
- Ranch dressing
- Cheese
- Lettuce, tomato, and optional black beans/corn
- Mix gently so the avocado doesn’t mash too much.
- Taste and season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice.
2. Assemble the Burritos
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable (microwave 15 seconds).
- Spoon about 1/4 of the filling onto each tortilla.
- Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from the bottom to form burritos.
3. Grill the Burritos (Optional but Recommended)
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Add a little butter or oil.
- Place burritos seam-side down and grill for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crisp.
4. Serve
- Slice in half and serve warm.
- Great with chips, salsa, or a simple side salad.
🧠 FAQs
❓ Can I make these ahead for meal prep?
Yes!
- Uncooked burritos can be wrapped in foil and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Cooked/grilled burritos can be reheated in a skillet, oven, or air fryer.
❓ Can I use a different protein?
Absolutely! Swap chicken for:
- Cooked turkey
- Grilled shrimp
- Shredded pork
- Plant-based meat (for a vegetarian version)
❓ Can I make it spicier?
Yes — add:
- Diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling
- Spicy ranch dressing
- Pepper jack cheese
❓ What kind of ranch should I use?
- Store-bought ranch works great.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt ranch.
- Homemade ranch gives the most flavor control.
❓ What’s the best way to store leftovers?
Wrap tightly in foil or plastic.
- Fridge: Up to 3 days
- Freezer: Up to 2 months (wrap individually in foil, then store in a freezer bag)
Would you like a low-carb tortilla version, a printable meal prep card, or a ranch-from-scratch recipe to pair with this?