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Best Chicken Avocado Ranch Burritos

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These chicken avocado ranch burritos are warm, cheesy, and creamy, made with shredded chicken, avocado, ranch dressing, and melted cheese all wrapped in a toasted tortilla. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, they’re perfect for lunch or dinner.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 4 burritos
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American-Mexican
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 2 ripe avocados, sliced or mashed
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, bacon bits, or green onions

Instructions

  1. Lay tortillas on a flat surface and spread 2 tablespoons of ranch dressing down the center of each.
  2. Add about 1/2 cup shredded chicken, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Top with sliced or mashed avocado.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the filling, along with any optional add-ins.
  5. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly into a burrito.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place burritos seam-side down.
  7. Toast for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese is melted.
  8. Slice in half and serve hot.

Notes

  • Add crumbled bacon for extra flavor and crunch.
  • Use spicy ranch or hot sauce for a kick.
  • Swap chicken for grilled or breaded chicken tenders.
  • Skip the tortilla and make a burrito bowl over rice.
  • For a lighter version, add more greens like spinach or romaine.

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