Description
Hearty chipotle ranch grilled chicken burrito delivers bold Mexican-inspired flavors that dance across palates. Spicy, creamy, and packed with smoky notes, this recipe promises a satisfying meal that elevates home cooking with professional culinary flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Grains and Beans:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chipotle ranch dressing
Instructions
- Fire up the grill to a robust 400°F, creating an ideal medium-high heat zone for chicken preparation.
- Massage chicken thoroughly with olive oil, then generously coat with a robust spice blend of paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
- Position chicken on grill grates, cooking approximately 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring complete doneness.
- Allow grilled chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes, then slice into uniform strips against the meat grain.
- Quickly toast tortillas on grill or skillet for roughly 30 seconds per side, creating pliable wrappers.
- Liberally spread chipotle ranch dressing across each tortilla’s surface, creating a zesty flavor foundation.
- Strategically layer sliced chicken, melting cheese, fluffy rice, hearty black beans, fresh tomatoes, crisp red onion, fragrant cilantro, and crisp lettuce.
- Drizzle a gentle stream of sour cream over the layered ingredients for additional creaminess.
- Carefully roll burritos into tight, compact cylinders, tucking edges to prevent filling spillage.
- Return rolled burritos to grill, cooking 1-2 minutes per side until exterior develops a golden, crispy texture.
- Transfer to serving plate, slice diagonally, and savor immediately while warm and fresh.
Notes
- Marinade the chicken overnight for deeper flavor infusion and more tender meat.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream to reduce calories and add protein for a healthier version.
- For gluten-free option, swap wheat tortillas with corn tortillas or large lettuce wraps.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting chili powder and adding hot sauce for extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg