Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos (Printable)
Shredded chicken, avocado, lettuce, tomato and cheese with zesty ranch folded into toasted flour tortillas.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
03 - 1 cup Romaine lettuce, chopped
04 - 1 medium tomato, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dairy & Sauces
07 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese or cheddar cheese
08 - 1/3 cup ranch dressing
→ Bread
09 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt and pepper to taste
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
# Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken breast with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend thoroughly until chicken is evenly seasoned.
02 - Add diced avocado, Romaine lettuce, tomato, red onion, cilantro, shredded cheese, and ranch dressing to the chicken mixture. Gently toss ingredients until well coated and evenly distributed.
03 - Place tortillas on a clean, flat surface. Evenly distribute the chicken and vegetable filling down the center of each tortilla.
04 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly to enclose the filling, forming a burrito shape.
05 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush with olive oil or spray with cooking spray. Place each burrito seam-side down on the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and heated through.
06 - Transfer burritos to a cutting board. Slice in half and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Tossing the warm chicken with ranch lets every single bite burst with flavor in a way basic burritos never do.
- If you embrace kitchen improvisation, you’ll adore how easy it is to swap in your favorite vegetables or even use leftover roast turkey.
02 -
- If you under-fill your burritos, the fold won’t hold and they’ll flop open in the pan; it took me a few messes to learn when I had the balance right.
- Mixing the ranch in with everything rather than just drizzling prevents dry corners and ensures flavor in every bite.
03 -
- If your filling is too saucy, drain off a bit of ranch before wrapping to avoid sogginess.
- A tiny splash of lime over the veggies keeps their flavor fresh and the colors bright.