Taco Bell Cheesy G Sliders Copycat Recipe (New Menu Format)
You can grill seasoned steak or chicken and stack it with three melty cheeses, fresh pico de gallo, and smoky chipotle crema inside a toasted flatbread that's half shell, half slider bun. It's messy, cheesy, and built for two hands. Taco Bell's newest format and your kitchen makes it better.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- Flatbread (thick, soft) 4 pieces
- Steak (sirloin, sliced thin) 0.75 lb
- Chicken breast (boneless, sliced) 0.75 lb
- Shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup
- Shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 cup
- Queso or American cheese (sauce-style) 0.5 cup
- Pico de gallo 1 cup
- Vegetable oil (for grilling/toasting) 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
- Cumin 1 tsp
- Paprika 1 tsp
- Garlic powder 1 tsp
- Onion powder 1 tsp
- MSG (optional, but recommended) 0.5 tsp
- Salt 1 tsp
- Black pepper 0.5 tsp
- Chipotle in adobo sauce 2 tbsp
- Sour cream 0.5 cup
- Lime juice 1 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
35 g
34%
Protein
21 g
20%
Fat
19 g
46%
Cooking steps
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1. Combine cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, MSG, salt, and black pepper. Coat steak and chicken slices in the seasoning blend. This mimics Taco Bell's bold, umami-packed signature meat flavor. Set aside for 10 minutes.
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2. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high. Grill steak and chicken slices for 3–4 minutes per side until charred but juicy. Copycat tip: The quick, high-temp sear locks in moisture and delivers that smoky Taco Bell sizzle.
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3. Whisk sour cream, chipotle in adobo, and lime juice until smooth. This chipotle crema matches the smoky heat and creamy finish of Taco Bell's chipotle sauces.
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4. Lay flatbreads on a hot skillet with remaining vegetable oil. Toast each side until golden and just crisp on the edges—look for soft centers and slight crunch, like Taco Bell's hybrid slider/flatbread shell.
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5. Assemble each Cheesy G Slider: Spread chipotle crema on toasted flatbread, layer steak/chicken, sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack, drizzle queso or American cheese sauce, add a spoonful of pico de gallo, then fold gently. Copycat tip: Layering is key—sauce on both sides of the protein and hot cheese creates that messy, two-handed Taco Bell bite.
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6. Serve sliders immediately for max crunch and cheese melt. For extra Taco Bell flair, wrap in parchment or wax paper before serving.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Does this actually taste like the Taco Bell Cheesy G Sliders?
Yes! Using Taco Bell's bold steak and chicken seasoning (including cumin and MSG), plus layered cheeses and smoky chipotle crema, this recipe captures the messy, cheesy, grilled, and layered experience of the Cheesy G Sliders—especially when assembled hot on toasted flatbread.
Q. How do I keep the flatbread shell crispy yet soft?
Toast the flatbreads in a hot skillet with a little oil until just golden on both sides, aiming for soft centers and crispy edges. Assemble the sliders quickly (while everything's hot) to prevent sogginess. Serve immediately for best texture—the Taco Bell experience relies on rapid assembly and fresh crunch.
Q. Can I substitute cheeses or use only one protein?
Absolutely—you can use all steak or all chicken. For cheese, swapping Monterey Jack or cheddar is fine, but using queso or American cheese for the sauce ensures smooth melt and signature Taco Bell flavor. Avoid skipping the nacho-style sauce; it's key for authenticity.
Q. How many calories and macronutrients are there per Cheesy G Slider?
Each Cheesy G Slider serving is about 410 kcal, with 35g carbs (34%), 21g protein (20%), and 19g fat (46%). Calories reflect a typical Taco Bell-sized slider with mixed steak, chicken, three cheeses, chipotle crema, and flatbread.
Q. What's the best way to store and reheat leftovers?
Store assembled sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. For reheating, unwrap and warm in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side or microwave on a plate for 45–60 seconds until hot and melty. For crispier results, always use a skillet.
