Chicken Bell Pepper Burritos (Printable Version)

A satisfying wrap with seasoned chicken, bell peppers, cheddar cheese, and rice in a soft tortilla.

# What You'll 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

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
02 - 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, stirring occasionally.
03 - Add red and green bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until just tender, maintaining medium-high heat.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable for assembly.
05 - Layer each tortilla with cooked rice, chicken mixture, sautéed peppers, ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese in the center.
06 - Roll up each burrito tightly, folding in the sides as you roll to seal the filling securely.
07 - Place burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast until golden brown, approximately 1-2 minutes per side.
08 - Transfer to serving plates and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with accompaniments.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish.
  • High Protein: Each serving provides 30g of protein to keep you full.
  • Family Favorite: A crowd-pleasing combination of cheese, ranch, and savory chicken.
02 -
  • Warm the Tortillas: Warming the tortillas makes them much easier to roll without tearing.
  • Seam-Side Down: Always start toasting your burrito with the seam facing down to seal it shut and prevent the filling from falling out.
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