Description
These Crispy Chicken Bell Pepper Ranch Burritos are bursting with flavor, combining crispy chicken, sautéed bell peppers, melty cheese, and creamy ranch all wrapped in a golden, toasted tortilla. They make the perfect hearty snack, lunch, or dinner—easy to assemble and guaranteed to please crowds or picky eaters alike.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Filling
- 2 cups cooked crispy chicken, chopped (use homemade or store-bought tenders)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembling Burritos
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
For Crisping
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Bell Peppers: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced red and green bell peppers, sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until just softened but still vibrant. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Burritos: Lay each flour tortilla flat. Spread 2 tablespoons ranch dressing down the center. Top with about 1/2 cup chopped crispy chicken, a quarter of the sautéed peppers, 1/4 cup shredded cheese, and a sprinkle of cilantro if using.
- Roll the Burritos: Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling, forming a burrito shape.
- Crisp the Burritos: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place burritos seam-side down, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Work in batches if needed.
- Serve: Slice burritos in half. Serve hot, with extra ranch or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Swap crispy chicken for grilled chicken or even roasted chickpeas for a vegetarian twist.
- Jack, pepper jack, or Monterey cheese all work well as alternatives.
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños inside the burrito.
- To make ahead, assemble burritos and refrigerate. Crisp them in the skillet just before serving.
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas and chicken tenders.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
