🌯 Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito

Name: 🌯 Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Latin American
Ingredients: 1 to 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Juice of 1 lime; 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder or 1–2 tablespoons adobo sauce from chipotle peppers; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon cumin; Salt and pepper, to taste; ½ cup ranch dressing; 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced; 1 tablespoon lime juice; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; Salt, to taste; Grilled chipotle chicken, sliced; 1–2 fresh tomatoes, diced; ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped; ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 jalapeño or green chili, sliced (optional); Lettuce or spinach (optional); ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend); 1 avocado, sliced, or ¼ cup guacamole (optional); 1 cup cooked rice (optional); Large flour tortillas

5 steps

Prep:20minCook:20min

Smoky, spicy, and bursting with bold flavor—this burrito layers grilled chipotle-marinated chicken with fresh veggies, melty cheese, and a creamy chipotle ranch sauce. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying handheld dinner.

Updated at: Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:03:14 GMT

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Instructions

Marinate the Chicken

Step 1

In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lime juice, chipotle chili powder or adobo, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.

Grill the Chicken

Step 2

Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F). Rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips or chunks.

Make the Chipotle Ranch Sauce

Step 3

In a small bowl, stir together ranch dressing, minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Chill until ready to use.

Assemble the Burrito

Step 4

Warm flour tortillas on a skillet or in the microwave until soft. Layer rice (if using), grilled chicken, fresh toppings, cheese, and a generous drizzle of chipotle ranch. Fold sides inward and roll tightly into a burrito.

(Optional) Grill the Burrito

Step 5

For extra flavor and grill marks, place the rolled burrito seam-side down in a lightly oiled skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.