Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito

Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito 🌯

Smoky grilled chicken, creamy chipotle ranch, and fresh fillings wrapped in a warm tortilla.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 lb (450g) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp lime juice

• 1 tsp chipotle chili powder (or 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, minced)

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Chipotle Ranch Sauce:

• ½ cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)

• 1–2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce (adjust for spice)

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 1 tsp honey (optional, for balance)

For the Burrito Fillings:

• 4 large flour tortillas (burrito-sized)

• 1 cup cooked cilantro-lime rice (or plain rice)

• 1 cup black beans, drained & warmed

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)

• 1 cup chopped lettuce (romaine or iceberg)

• ½ cup diced tomatoes

• ½ cup diced red onion or pickled jalapeños (optional)

• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)

• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Marinate & Grill the Chicken

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lime juice, chipotle powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

2. Coat chicken in marinade and let sit 30 mins (or up to 4 hrs).

3. Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5–7 mins per side until cooked. Slice into strips.

2. Make the Chipotle Ranch Sauce

• Mix ranch dressing, chipotle in adobo, lime juice, and honey until smooth.

3. Assemble the Burritos

1. Warm tortillas (microwave 10 sec or dry pan).

2. Layer in order:

   • Rice (base to hold fillings)

   • Black beans

   • Cheese (melts slightly from warm ingredients)

   • Grilled chicken

   • Lettuce, tomatoes, onions

   • Chipotle ranch sauce (drizzle generously)

   • Sour cream & cilantro (optional)

3. Fold burrito-style: Fold sides in, then roll tightly from the bottom.

4. Optional Crispy Finish

• Heat a pan over medium, lightly toast the burrito seam-side down for 1–2 mins to seal and crisp.

Tips

🔥 Spice control: Use less chipotle for mild, more for heat.
🧀 Melty cheese: Add while ingredients are warm for gooey goodness.
🍚 Meal prep: Make chicken & sauce ahead for quick assembly.

Serve with extra lime wedges & chips for the full experience! Enjoy your smoky, creamy, crunchy burrito. 😋🔥