Description
Creamy, cheesy, flavorful Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos – a quick, hearty, satisfying, delicious lunch or dinner packed with bold taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Filling
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Tortillas
- 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until everything is evenly mixed and the avocado is just incorporated, making sure not to mash it too much.
- Prep the Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or briefly on a dry skillet until just pliable. This makes them easier to roll without tearing.
- Assemble the Burritos: Divide the chicken and avocado mixture evenly among the four tortillas. Place the filling in a line down the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from the bottom up to form burritos.
- Toast the Burritos (Optional): Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the burritos seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing lightly, until the tortillas are golden and crispy. This step adds extra texture and flavor but can be skipped if you prefer a soft burrito.
- Serve: Enjoy the burritos warm, straight from the skillet, or chilled for a convenient grab-and-go meal. They pair well with extra ranch on the side, salsa, or your favorite hot sauce.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or any leftover cooked chicken for a speedy prep.
- Feel free to swap in Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese for a different flavor.
- For extra veggies, add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, or thinly sliced red onion before rolling up.
- To make ahead, wrap the burritos tightly in foil and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free tortillas.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg