Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Caesar Smashed Tacos, where crispy chicken meets zesty Caesar dressing, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for weeknight dinners or lively gatherings, these tacos are not just delicious; they offer a fun culinary experience that will leave everyone craving more! With a balance of savory chicken, fresh romaine, and creamy dressing, this recipe is sure to impress your friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh romaine lettuce (chopped)
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Ensure no pink remains in the center.
- Remove cooked chicken from the skillet and let it cool slightly. Shred it using two forks.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with Caesar dressing until fully coated.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 20-30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Layer shredded romaine on each tortilla, followed by dressed chicken. Drizzle additional Caesar dressing if desired.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg