Description
Golden, crispy smashed burrito tacos stuffed with creamy cheesy chicken, bold garlic cowboy butter, melty layers, and toasty tortillas with irresistible crunch.
Ingredients
- For the Cheesy Chicken Filling
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 jalapeños, finely diced (optional)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For the Cowboy Butter
- 6 tbsp melted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, finely grated
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp flaky salt
- For the Smashed Burrito Tacos
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- Oil or butter for the skillet
- For the Finishing Drizzle
- 2 tbsp leftover cowboy butter
- 1 tsp hot honey
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Optional Add-Ons
- Pickled jalapeños
- Shredded lettuce
- Fresh cilantro
- Chipotle crema or ranch for dipping
- Crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Make the Cheesy Chicken Filling: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, Monterey Jack, cheddar, garlic, jalapeños, smoked paprika, onion powder, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy and thick.
- Prepare the Cowboy Butter: Whisk melted butter with garlic, parsley, Dijon, smoked paprika, cayenne, oregano, and flaky salt until glossy. Set aside.
- Assemble the Smashed Burrito Tacos: Heat skillet over medium-high. Place a tortilla in skillet and spoon a generous amount of filling on one half. Top with mozzarella, fold in half, and gently smash with a spatula.
- Crisp & Melt: Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown, crispy, and cheese is melty. Brush with cowboy butter after flipping. Repeat with all tortillas.
- Finish with Drizzle: Mix leftover cowboy butter with hot honey and smoked paprika. Drizzle over hot tacos.
- Serve: Serve warm with cilantro, extra jalapeños, shredded lettuce, and chipotle crema or ranch. Expect buttery crisp edges, creamy cheesy centers, and bold cowboy butter flavor in every bite.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño heat to taste.
- Serve immediately for best crispiness and melty cheese.
- Add crispy fried onions for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Taco
- Method: Sear & Smash
- Cuisine: American