Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos
Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos are a mouthwatering fusion of tender, smashed chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and zesty Caesar dressing, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This dish elevates Taco Tuesday with its gourmet flair while still being simple enough for weeknight dinners. The combination of savory flavors and vibrant colors makes these tacos an instant crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup creamy Caesar dressing
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 flour or corn tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes, then smash it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- In a bowl, mix the smashed chicken with Caesar dressing until well-coated.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, top with romaine lettuce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg