Description
Spicy chipotle ranch grilled chicken burrito combines zesty flavors from Mexican cuisine with creamy ranch dressing. Fresh ingredients and bold seasonings create a mouthwatering meal you can easily prepare at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large 10-inch flour tortillas
- 16 oz (454 g) grilled chicken breast strips
- 16 oz (454 g) shredded cheddar cheese (can use Mexican blend or Colby jack)
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup Taco Bell Creamy Chipotle Sauce
- ½ head iceberg lettuce (about 4 cups of chopped lettuce)
- 1 ¼ cups (296 ml) diced tomatoes (about ¾ of beef steak tomato, diced)
- 3 oz (85 g) crunchy tortilla strips (or crushed tortilla chips)
Instructions
- Ingredient Preparation: Grate cheddar cheese into delicate strands, finely chop lettuce, and dice tomatoes into precise, bite-sized cubes for optimal distribution and texture.
- Tortilla Assembly: Lay out flour tortilla and create a foundational layer of cheese, then arrange seasoned chicken strips centrally, ensuring even coverage.
- Flavor Infusion: Generously drizzle chipotle sauce and ranch dressing across chicken, allowing the smoky and creamy elements to penetrate and elevate the overall taste profile.
- Texture Enhancement: Sprinkle crisp lettuce and vibrant tomato pieces over the chicken, then scatter crunchy tortilla strips to introduce a dynamic textural contrast.
- Burrito Crafting: Fold tortilla sides inward with precision, creating secure seals to contain ingredients, then roll into a tight, compact cylindrical shape.
- Grilling Technique: Heat skillet to medium temperature, place burrito seam-side down, and rotate periodically to achieve a uniformly golden, crisp exterior that locks in flavors and provides a satisfying crunch.
Notes
- Cheese Preparation Tip: Grate cheese when cold for more uniform, fine shreds that melt smoothly and distribute evenly throughout the burrito.
- Tortilla Technique: Warm tortilla briefly on skillet before assembling to increase flexibility and prevent cracking during rolling.
- Seasoning Strategy: Layer sauces strategically to prevent soggy tortilla and ensure balanced flavor in every bite.
- Grilling Guidance: Use medium heat and turn burrito frequently to create crispy, golden exterior without burning the delicate tortilla.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 825
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1260 mg
- Fat: 49 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg