Description
A zesty and flavorful Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito that’s perfect for a quick meal. The marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and wrapped in a soft tortilla with fresh toppings and a creamy chipotle ranch sauce.
Ingredients
Boneless
skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Olive oil
Fresh garlic
minced
Lime juice (fresh is best)
Chipotle chili powder or adobo sauce
Smoked paprika
Ground cumin
Salt and black pepper
Ranch dressing (use your favorite brand)
Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
Lime juice
Garlic powder
Salt (to taste)
Grilled chicken
sliced
Fresh chopped tomatoes
Diced red onion
Fresh cilantro leaves
Jalapeño slices or chopped green chili (optional)
Lettuce or spinach (optional)
Shredded cheese (cheddar
Monterey Jack
or Mexican blend)
Sliced avocado or a scoop of guacamole
Cooked rice (white
brown
or cilantro-lime rice)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, chipotle chili powder or adobo sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill over medium heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the chipotle ranch sauce by combining ranch dressing, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- Once the chicken is cooked, slice it and set aside.
- To assemble the burritos, lay a tortilla flat, add a serving of cooked rice, sliced grilled chicken, fresh chopped tomatoes, diced red onion, cilantro leaves, jalapeño slices (if using), lettuce or spinach (if using), shredded cheese, and sliced avocado or guacamole.
- Drizzle with chipotle ranch sauce and roll up the tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito!
Notes
Feel free to customize the fillings based on your preferences. You can also grill the burritos for a few minutes to achieve a nice crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 500
- Protein: 40g
Keywords: Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito, grilled chicken burrito, chipotle ranch sauce, quick meal, burrito recipe