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Sliced chipotle ranch grilled chicken burrito ingredients on wooden cutting board

Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito

High-protein burritos with smoky chipotle-marinated grilled chicken and creamy ranch dressing
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 585

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas 10-inch
  • 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup chipotle ranch dressing

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or microwave wrapped in damp paper towel for 20 seconds.
  7. Heat black beans and rice if needed. Lay each tortilla flat and spread 1-2 tablespoons chipotle ranch dressing down the center.
  8. Layer rice, black beans, sliced chicken, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, and cilantro in that order.
  9. Fold the sides of tortilla inward, then roll tightly from bottom to top. For extra crispiness, grill seam-side down for 1-2 minutes.

Notes

For more intense flavor, marinate chicken up to 2 hours. Adjust chipotle chili powder to control spice level. Can substitute chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for more authentic flavor. Store components separately for meal prep.