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Chicken Breast Caesar Smash Tacos

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A flavorful fusion of Caesar salad and tacos! Juicy smashed chicken breasts in crispy tortillas are topped with creamy dressing, crisp romaine, and parmesan croutons for a protein-packed, satisfying handheld meal.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 4 tacos 1x

Ingredients

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4 chicken breasts
1 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade without anchovy)
4 small flour tortillas
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup croutons
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan option)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (alcohol-free variant)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Smash chicken breasts with a meat mallet to flatten
Mix garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then cover chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden
Warm tortillas in oven or on stove
Assemble with romaine, dressed chicken, croutons, and parmesan shavings

Notes

Use corn tortillas for gluten-free option
Add grilled veggies for extra crunch
Leftover chicken can be stored in airtight container for up to 3 days

  • Author: Samantha Jones
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Lean Chicken
  • Method: Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion
  • Diet: Omnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg