Chicken Bell Pepper Burritos (Printable Version)

A flavorful wrap featuring chicken, sautéed bell peppers, ranch, cheese, and rice wrapped in soft tortillas.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Seasoning

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
02 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
03 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
06 - Salt and pepper to taste
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Vegetables

08 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
09 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced

→ Burrito Fillings

10 - 1 cup cooked rice
11 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
12 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Wrap & Garnish

13 - 4 large flour tortillas
14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, optional

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
02 - Add red and green bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until just tender.
03 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
04 - Layer each tortilla with a portion of cooked rice, seasoned chicken, sautéed bell peppers, ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese.
05 - Roll up each burrito tightly, folding in the sides as you go.
06 - For a crispy finish, toast the burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden, about 1-2 minutes per side.
07 - Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
  • Flavor-Packed: The combination of ranch dressing and smoked paprika chicken creates a delicious contrast.
  • Satisfying: Loaded with protein, rice, and cheese for a full, hearty meal.
02 -
  • Allergen Alert: This recipe contains milk (cheese and ranch) and wheat (tortillas). Check labels for egg allergens in the ranch dressing.
  • Rice Prep: Using leftover cooked rice makes the assembly even faster.
  • Foil Wrap: If you are toasting many burritos at once, keep the finished ones warm in foil while you finish the rest.
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