Description
Ranch-infused chicken avocado burritos combine zesty flavors from Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. Creamy avocado and tangy ranch sauce create a mouthwatering combination that satisfies hunger with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sour cream, for serving
- Salsa, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: Shred chicken into fine pieces, dice avocados into uniform cubes, and finely chop red onions and cilantro.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine chicken, avocados, tomatoes, red onions, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl, creating a vibrant and flavorful base.
- Season Mixture: Drizzle ranch dressing and fresh lime juice over the filling, then season with kosher salt and black pepper, ensuring even flavor distribution.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat flour tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet until soft and pliable, preparing them for wrapping.
- Assemble Burritos: Place the chicken avocado ranch mixture in the center of each tortilla, leaving room on the sides for folding. Top with shredded lettuce and cheddar cheese.
- Wrap and Serve: Fold tortilla sides inward, roll tightly from bottom to top, and cut diagonally. Plate immediately with sour cream and salsa on the side for optional garnishing.
Notes
- Chicken Preparation: Shred meat finely to ensure even distribution and consistent texture throughout the burrito.
- Avocado Selection: Choose ripe, firm avocados without brown spots to maintain fresh, creamy quality and prevent mushy filling.
- Tortilla Technique: Warm tortillas briefly to enhance flexibility, preventing tears and facilitating smooth rolling without cracking.
- Seasoning Strategy: Balance ranch dressing, lime juice, salt, and pepper carefully to create a harmonious, vibrant flavor profile that doesn’t overpower the chicken and avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg