Cantina

Name: Cantina Chicken Burrito (Low-Carb)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: cooking spray, to coat; 84 g pulled chicken breast, fully cooked; 3 g taco seasoning; 57 g plain non-fat Greek yogurt; 1/4 avocado; 1 tsp lime juice; 10 g ranch seasoning mix; garlic powder, to taste; salt, to taste; 50 g water; 20 g plain non-fat Greek yogurt; 1 g ranch seasoning mix; 1 g sriracha; 28 g fat-free shredded cheddar cheese; 1 low-carb flour tortilla, burrito size; 20 g shredded red cabbage; 10 g shredded lettuce; 28 g pico de gallo

This low-carb Cantina Chicken Burrito replicates Taco Bell's menu favorite with seasoned pulled chicken breast, creamy avocado ranch, spicy chipotle sauce, and fresh vegetables in a grilled low-carb tortilla. It delivers restaurant flavor at under 300 calories with 28g protein per serving.

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Total

25 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$32–$53

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Ingredients

cooking spray, to coat
84 g pulled chicken breast, fully cooked
3 g taco seasoning
57 g plain non-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 avocado
1 tsp lime juice
10 g ranch seasoning mix
garlic powder, to taste
salt, to taste
50 g water
20 g plain non-fat Greek yogurt
1 g ranch seasoning mix
1 g sriracha
28 g fat-free shredded cheddar cheese
1 low-carb flour tortilla, burrito size
20 g shredded red cabbage
10 g shredded lettuce
28 g pico de gallo

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Instructions

1
Heat a pan over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray.
2
Add the pulled chicken to the pan and cook until heated through.
3
Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for another minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
4
To make the avocado ranch sauce, combine 57g Greek yogurt, avocado, lime juice, 10g ranch seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and water in a blender.
5
Blend the sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
6
To make the chipotle sauce, combine 20g Greek yogurt, 1g ranch seasoning, and sriracha in a small bowl. Mix until well combined.
7
For better melting, rinse the shredded cheese under cold water and then pat completely dry with a paper towel.
8
Lay the tortilla flat and layer the ingredients in the center, starting with the seasoned chicken.
9
Top the chicken with 1/4 of the avocado ranch sauce, the shredded cheese, and the chipotle sauce.
10
Add the shredded red cabbage, shredded lettuce, and pico de gallo.
11
Fold the burrito tightly, tucking in the sides.
12
Spray a clean pan with cooking spray and place over medium heat.
13
Place the burrito seam-side down in the hot pan and grill for 1-2 minutes per side, until lightly golden brown and crispy.
14
Serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Warm the pulled chicken with taco seasoning and a teaspoon of water before assembling to ensure even seasoning and moisture.
Blend the avocado ranch sauce (Greek yogurt, avocado, lime juice, ranch seasoning) until smooth to avoid lumps and ensure even distribution.
Grill the assembled burrito seam-side down first (2–3 minutes) to seal, then flip to brown the other side and set the filling.
Dice fresh vegetables small and pat dry to prevent excess moisture from making the burrito soggy or causing the tortilla to tear.

Substitutions

Plain non-fat Greek yogurt → plain low-fat sour cream or 0% Fage yogurt (same ratio)
Avocado → 2 tbsp guacamole or mashed avocado (note: may slightly increase calories)
Ranch seasoning mix → 1/2 tsp dried dill + 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder (note: homemade blend)
Low-carb tortilla → large lettuce wrap (note: will not grill the same way; eat fresh)

Storage & make-ahead

Store ungrilled assembled burrito in an airtight container for up to 1 day; grill fresh before eating. Leftover grilled burrito can be refrigerated for 1 day and reheated in a skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes per side.

Common Questions

Can I meal-prep this burrito?

Yes. Prepare the avocado ranch sauce and chipotle sauce up to 2 days ahead. Assemble and grill the burrito fresh to keep the tortilla crispy.

What low-carb tortilla works best?

Mission or Fiber One tortillas (8-10g net carbs) work well. Choose one that's pliable enough to fold without tearing.

Can I use rotisserie chicken instead?

Yes. Use 84g of shredded rotisserie chicken breast (remove skin), then toss with the 3g taco seasoning and a splash of water to rehydrate.

How do I prevent the tortilla from splitting when grilling?

Wrap the burrito tightly before grilling and cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side. Don't overfill—pack ingredients snugly but not bulging.

Is this dairy-free?

No. It contains Greek yogurt and ranch seasoning mix (which typically contains milk powder). Substitute with dairy-free sour cream or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version.