Crispy Chicken Caesar Smashed Tacos
These tacos bring together the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with the crunch of a crispy, cheesy tortilla.
recipesbynani.comThere is something so satisfying about the way a tortilla gets crispy on the pan while the cheese turns golden and melted. My family loves these because they feel a bit like a fancy restaurant meal, but they are incredibly simple to put together on a busy weeknight.
The secret here is using a rotisserie chicken to save you time. Just toss it with your favorite dressing, pile it onto the cheesy tortillas, and top it off with some crisp lettuce. It is a fresh take on taco night that everyone seems to reach for twice.
🧺 Ingredients
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup Caesar salad dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup croutons, crushed
- 1 tablespoon butter
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Mix the shredded chicken with the Caesar dressing in a small bowl until well coated.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a little butter to grease the pan.
- 3
Place two tortillas in the pan and sprinkle a layer of mozzarella and parmesan cheese over each one.
- 4
Once the cheese starts to melt, scoop a portion of the chicken mixture onto one half of each tortilla.
- 5
Fold the tortillas over to create a taco shape and press down lightly with a spatula.
- 6
Cook for about two minutes per side until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Remove the tacos from the pan and carefully open them to stuff with the fresh romaine lettuce and crushed croutons.
- 8
Serve immediately while the shell is still hot and crunchy.
💡 Tips
Store any leftover chicken mixture in the fridge for up to two days. If you want extra crunch, add a few more fresh croutons right before you serve. These tacos are best eaten fresh, as the lettuce will lose its snap if it sits in the warm shell for too long.
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