Description
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of Chicken Caesar Smashed Tacos, where crispy chicken meets creamy Caesar dressing, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these tacos deliver a delightful crunch and an explosion of flavor with every bite. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, they are sure to become your new go-to dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 6 flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from the skillet and let rest.
- Whisk together Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan in a bowl.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, romaine lettuce, and Caesar dressing mixture; toss until well coated.
- Warm tortillas slightly in a microwave or pan. Spoon chicken mixture onto each tortilla, topping with cherry tomatoes and additional Parmesan if desired.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges for extra zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg