Chicken Bell Pepper Ranch Burritos
Chicken Bell Pepper Ranch Burritos are the perfect blend of comfort and flavor, featuring succulent chicken, colorful bell peppers, and creamy ranch dressing all enveloped in warm tortillas. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these burritos deliver a delightful taste experience that can easily be customized to suit your preferences. Enjoy a satisfying meal that feels special without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- ½ cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté sliced bell peppers for about 5 minutes until tender. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and cook seasoned chicken for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before shredding.
- Combine shredded chicken with sautéed peppers and ranch dressing in a bowl; mix well.
- Lay tortillas flat and fill each with the chicken-pepper mixture and shredded cheese; roll tightly into burritos.
- Place seam-side down in a baking dish; optionally sprinkle more cheese on top. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (approx. 248g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg