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Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos

Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos for a Cozy Dinner Night

These Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos combine tender chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty ranch dressing for a comforting, delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Substitution: Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for richer flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with vegetable oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic, minced, can be used instead (about 2-3 cloves).
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder No direct substitution recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin No direct substitution recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferred for the best flavor.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing Substitution: Use a homemade ranch or sour cream dressing.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream No direct substitution recommended.
  • 2 pieces Avocados Substitution: Mashed butter can work in a pinch, but flavor will be different.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack can be great alternatives.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can be swapped with a cheese blend.
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas Substitution: Whole wheat tortillas or corn tortillas if gluten-free.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce Can use spinach for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Substitution: Diced bell peppers can be used if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Optional for those who dislike cilantro – omit or replace with parsley.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice No direct substitution recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather ingredients and equipment.
  2. Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Arrange on a baking tray.
  3. Bake chicken for 20–25 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let it rest afterwards.
  4. Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and mash the flesh with lime juice in a bowl.
  5. Mix ranch dressing and sour cream in a separate bowl until smooth.
  6. Shred the baked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Warm flour tortillas in the microwave or in a skillet for about 15-20 seconds.
  8. Spread the ranch mixture onto each tortilla, add shredded chicken, mashed avocado, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and cilantro.
  9. Roll tortillas tightly, folding in the sides, and crisp in a skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  10. Serve burritos warm with extra ranch dressing for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

These burritos can be customized with various fillings and toppings, making them suitable for a variety of taste preferences.

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