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Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito

Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito

Tender grilled chicken, creamy, smoky chipotle ranch sauce, and all your favorite burrito fillings wrapped in a warm tortilla.
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southwestern

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Chipotle Ranch Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced (plus 1 tsp adobo sauce)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt
For the Burritos:
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked rice (Spanish rice is great!)
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Your choice of toppings: Guacamole, salsa, pico de gallo, etc.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
    1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, Salt and pepper, 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  2. Grill the chicken over medium heat for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
    1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, minced chipotle pepper (with adobo sauce), lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
    1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, Pinch of salt
  4. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds to make them pliable.
    4 large flour tortillas
  5. Spread a generous amount of chipotle ranch sauce on each tortilla.
  6. Add the sliced grilled chicken, rice, black beans, cheddar cheese, and cilantro (if using).
    1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup cooked rice, 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  7. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom.
  8. For extra flavor and texture, toast the assembled burritos in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  9. Serve your delicious Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito immediately with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
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