Chicken & Broccoli Ranch Smashed Tacos
Crank up taco night with Chicken & Broccoli Ranch Smashed Tacos! Crispy tortillas packed with juicy chicken, vibrant broccoli, and tangy ranch flavor—reliable for weeknight dinners or parties.
Craving a speedy, savory meal that’s reliable for any night of the week?
We thought so.
Y’all these Chicken & Broccoli Ranch Smashed Tacos are a fun, family-friendly dish that’s ideal for taco night….. We mean any night when you need dinner 12 minutes ago.
What we love about these tacos is it’s a fun twist on a classic Midwestern casserole. Juicy chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy ranch kick in a crispy tortilla shell makes for an insane dinner that everyone will love!
Why Chicken & Broccoli Ranch Smashed Tacos Shine
These tacos stand out with their unique “smashed” preparation, where seasoned chicken and broccoli are pressed into tortillas for a crispy, golden bite. The ranch seasoning (or dressing) adds a tangy, zing with the tender chicken and nutrient-packed broccoli. It’s simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
Reliable for Any Occasion
Whether you’re hosting a game-day party, planning a speedy weeknight meal, or looking to impress at a potluck, these tacos deliver. Their handheld size makes them great for sharing, while the vibrant green broccoli adds a pop of color and nutrition. Serve them at summer barbecues or cozy fall dinners!
If you need a few more options to add to those impromptu dinners, you definitely want to try these household favorites: Crispy BBQ Beef Tacos, Sheet Pan Breakfast Tacos, or Yucatan-Inspired Fish Tacos.
Variations of Chicken & Broccoli Ranch Smashed Tacos
These tacos are a versatile, crowd-pleasing dish that can be customized to suit various tastes, dietary needs, or occasions while preserving their signature crispy texture, savory chicken, and tangy ranch flavor. Below are several creative variations to modify the filling, tortillas, or toppings, keeping the core concept of smashed tacos with chicken, broccoli, and ranch.
Spicy Buffalo Ranch Smashed Tacos: Mix a tablespoon of buffalo sauce (e. g., Frank’s RedHot) into the chicken and broccoli filling along with ranch seasoning. After smashing and cooking, drizzle with a blend of ranch dressing and buffalo sauce. Top with crumbled blue cheese and chopped green onions.
Cheesy BBQ Ranch Smashed Tacos: Mix a small amount of barbecue sauce into the chicken-broccoli filling with ranch seasoning. After smashing and cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese on the tacos while hot to melt. Drizzle with ranch dressing and top with diced red onion and cilantro.
Sweet Potato & Chicken Ranch Smashed Tacos: Swap broccoli for finely diced or grated sweet potato, lightly sautéed with the chicken to soften. Season with ranch seasoning and a pinch of smoked paprika for depth. Smash into tortillas and cook until crispy. Top with ranch dressing and avocado.
Properly Store
Short-Term Storage (1-2 Days)
Allow tacos to cool completely to room temperature. Place in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper or waxed paper to prevent sticking, especially if cheese was added. Refrigerate for up to 1-2 days.
Long-Term Storage (Up to 1 Month)
Flash-freeze by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet for 1-2 hours to prevent sticking. Transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container or heavy-duty zip-top freezer bag, separating layers with parchment paper. Freeze for up to 1 month for best quality.
Prep 10 minutesCook 15 minutesTotal 35 minutesMakes 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground chicken
- 1 cup Chopped broccoli
- 1/4 cup Ranch dressing + more for garnish
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion powder
- 3/4 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 8 to 10 Flour tortillas
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella, ranch dressing, onion powder, garlic, kosher salt and pepper.
- Scoop out about ¼ cup of chicken mixture and press it onto the flour tortilla. Repeat the process with about 8 to 10 tortillas.
- Next, preheat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Add about 1 tbsp of olive to the skillet and then lay the tortilla chicken side down. Cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown and then flip and continue to cook for about another minute or two. Remove from the skillet and repeat the process with remaining chicken tortillas.
- Serve the chicken smashed tacos with ranch dressing and enjoy!
