Say hello to the Chicken Taco Smash Burger, the ultimate fusion of juicy, seasoned ground chicken and crispy tortillas. These bold, handheld bites take the smash burger concept and flip it into taco form—literally. Ground chicken is pressed right into the tortillas, then seared until golden and crispy. Load them up with your favorite taco toppings and watch them disappear fast.
1 lb ground chicken
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
4 small flour or corn tortillas
½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup chopped cilantro
Oil for cooking
Optional Toppings
Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Salsa or hot sauce
Guacamole or sliced avocado
Pickled jalapeños
Season Chicken: In a bowl, mix ground chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Form & Smash: Divide chicken into 4 balls. Place one ball on each tortilla and press flat to cover the tortilla evenly.
Cook: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat with a little oil. Place the chicken-side down and cook 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Flip and cook the tortilla side until crisp.
Top & Fold: Add cheese and toppings on half of each tortilla. Fold over and press gently. Cook 1–2 more minutes to melt cheese.
Serve: Slice in half or serve whole with extra toppings or dipping sauce.