Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos (Printable)
Shredded chicken, avocado, lettuce, tomato and ranch wrapped and toasted in warm tortillas for a quick, hearty meal.
# What you'll need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (grilled or rotisserie)
→ 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 (optional)
→ 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 pepper to taste
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray (for toasting)
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly seasoned.
02 - Add diced avocado, chopped lettuce, diced tomato, red onion, cilantro if desired, shredded cheese, and ranch dressing to the seasoned chicken. Gently toss to coat ingredients thoroughly.
03 - Arrange tortillas on a clean surface. Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the tortillas, placing the filling in the center.
04 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then tightly roll up to enclose the filling.
05 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush with olive oil or apply cooking spray. Place burritos seam-side down and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through.
06 - Slice burritos in half and serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- This is the kind of meal that feels indulgent but pulls together in less than half an hour without fuss.
- The juicy chicken and rich avocado make each bite feel like a fresh reward for the day.
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- If your filling is too wet, the burritos fall apart and you end up with a fork situation instead of finger food.
- Warming the tortillas for a few seconds in the microwave stops cracks and frustrating splits mid-roll.
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- If your avocado isn’t fully ripe, cube it smaller so it blends into the filling without big chunks.
- Press the burrito seam down gently as it toasts to keep it from unravelling.