Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos (Printable)
Shredded chicken, creamy avocado, crisp lettuce and tangy ranch rolled in toasted tortillas for a quick family 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
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine the shredded chicken breast with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl and mix until evenly coated.
02 - Incorporate the diced avocado, chopped Romaine lettuce, diced tomato, finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro (optional), shredded cheese, and ranch dressing into the bowl. Gently toss all ingredients until evenly distributed.
03 - Arrange the flour tortillas on a clean work surface. Evenly portion the chicken and vegetable mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
04 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly to secure the filling and form a burrito shape.
05 - Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush the surface with olive oil or apply cooking spray. Place the burritos seam-side down and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and thoroughly heated.
06 - Use a sharp knife to cut each toasted burrito in half. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creaminess of avocado with ranch feels like a little diner secret wrapped in every bite.
- It's perfect when you want something fast but just a bit more exciting than plain sandwiches.
02 -
- Overfilling the tortillas makes it impossible to get a good roll – I made that mistake once and lost half the filling in the pan.
- Let the avocado go in last and use a gentle hand so the cubes stay plush and intact instead of becoming a messy mash.
03 -
- Taste the filling before adding more salt; the cheese and ranch already bring quite a bit of flavor.
- Warming the tortillas in the microwave for 10 seconds makes rolling a breeze and prevents splitting.