Chicken Bell Pepper Ranch Burritos Recipe
Chicken Bell Pepper Ranch Burritos are a hearty and flavorful wrap filled with seasoned chicken, sautéed bell peppers, ranch dressing, cheese, and rice in a soft tortilla, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 large burritos 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Season Chicken: Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper evenly over the meat to infuse it with flavor.
- Cook Chicken: Sauté the chicken for 5-7 minutes until it turns golden brown and is cooked through, ensuring it remains juicy and tender.
- Cook Bell Peppers: Add the sliced red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas until soft and pliable, making them easier to fold and roll into burritos.
- Assemble Burritos: Lay each warm tortilla flat and layer cooked rice, seasoned chicken, sautéed bell peppers, ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Roll Burritos: Fold the sides of each tortilla inward and then roll it up tightly to enclose the fillings securely.
- Toast Burritos (Optional): For a crispy exterior, place the burritos seam-side down in a skillet and toast until the outside is golden and crisp.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the burritos before serving for a fresh herbaceous note.
Notes
- Swap in whole wheat tortillas and light ranch dressing for a healthier version with reduced calories.
- Use pepper jack or mozzarella cheese for a different flavor profile to customize your burritos.
- Substitute black beans or sautéed mushrooms as a vegetarian alternative to chicken.
- Freeze wrapped burritos for up to 2 months for convenient meal prepping and longer storage.
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