Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos (Printer-Friendly)
Shredded chicken, avocado, lettuce, tomato and ranch wrapped in toasted tortillas for a quick, flavorful meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
03 - 1 cup Romaine lettuce, chopped
04 - 1 medium tomato, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dairy & Sauces
07 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
08 - 1/3 cup ranch dressing
→ Bread
09 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray for toasting
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine shredded chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly seasoned.
02 - Incorporate diced avocado, chopped lettuce, tomato, red onion, cilantro, shredded cheese, and ranch dressing into the bowl. Gently fold all ingredients until uniformly coated.
03 - Arrange the flour tortillas on a clean work surface. Portion the chicken mixture equally down the center of each tortilla.
04 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly to secure the filling, forming a burrito shape.
05 - Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly coat the surface with olive oil or cooking spray. Place each burrito seam-side down and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
06 - Transfer the toasted burritos to a cutting board. Slice each burrito in half using a sharp knife and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy avocado and zesty ranch bring a cool twist you won't see coming.
- This wraps together in under half an hour but feels like something you waited for at a restaurant.
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- If you rush the skillet step, your burritos could fall apart or miss that irresistible crunch—patience is key.
- I discovered adding cheese into the filling (not just on top) holds it together for perfect slices.
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- Warming the tortillas before filling helps them bend without splitting.
- Let the rolled burritos rest seam-side down for a minute before toasting so they don’t unravel.