Chicken Bell Pepper Ranch Burritos Recipe
These Chicken Bell Pepper Ranch Burritos are a flavorful and satisfying meal, combining seasoned sautéed chicken and bell peppers with creamy ranch dressing, rice, and cheddar cheese all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a tasty lunch option, they bring together a delicious blend of smoky spices and fresh ingredients with a crispy toasted finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 burritos 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Protein and Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
- 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 the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken and vegetables.
- Season and cook chicken: Add the thinly sliced chicken breast to the skillet and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and is fully cooked through.
- Sauté bell peppers: Add the red and green bell peppers to the skillet with the cooked chicken. Sauté them together for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender but still slightly crisp.
- Warm tortillas: While the chicken and peppers finish cooking, warm the flour tortillas until they become soft and pliable. This can be done in a skillet or microwave.
- Assemble burritos: Lay each tortilla flat and layer evenly with cooked rice, the chicken and bell pepper mixture, ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Roll burritos: Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly from one end to the other to enclose the filling completely.
- Toast burritos (optional): For a crispy finish, place the burritos seam-side down in a skillet and toast over medium heat until the tortilla is golden and crisp.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the burritos from the skillet and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, before serving.
Notes
- Thinly slice the chicken and bell peppers to ensure quick and even cooking.
- You can substitute ranch dressing with a dairy-free alternative for a different flavor profile.
- To make it spicier, add extra chili powder or a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
- These burritos can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or air fryer for convenience.
- Using warm tortillas helps prevent tearing while rolling.
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