Crispy Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos
Golden crispy tortillas loaded with seasoned ground chicken and fresh Caesar salad for the ultimate quick dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet or griddle
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 8 small flour tortillas 6-inch
- 1 head romaine lettuce finely chopped
- 1 cup Caesar dressing store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
- 1 cup croutons lightly crushed, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with half the Caesar dressing and half the parmesan cheese. Set aside.
- Combine ground chicken, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
- Divide chicken mixture into 8 equal portions. Press one portion onto each flour tortilla in a thin, even layer reaching the edges.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, place tortillas chicken-side down. Press firmly with spatula for 15-30 seconds.
- Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until chicken is deeply golden and cooked through. Flip and cook tortilla side for 1-2 minutes until lightly crisped.
- Remove from pan and fold tacos in half. Top with Caesar salad mixture, extra dressing, remaining parmesan, and crushed croutons if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure your pan is properly preheated before adding tacos.
- Assemble just before serving to prevent soggy shells.
- Substitute ground turkey or beef if preferred.