Caesar Salad Smashed Tacos
These Caesar salad smashed tacos layer seasoned ground chicken cooked until crispy inside a thin flour tortilla, then topped with a fresh Caesar salad for a crunchy, tangy weeknight meal that comes together in minutes.
These Caesar salad smashed tacos layer seasoned ground chicken cooked until crispy inside a thin flour tortilla, then topped with a fresh Caesar salad for a crunchy, tangy weeknight meal that comes together in minutes.
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Spread a thin layer of raw ground chicken onto each small flour tortilla.
Season the chicken generously with Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the lettuce, Caesar dressing, and Parmesan cheese from the salad kit. Toss to combine, reserving the croutons for later.
Heat a griddle or large pan over medium-high heat. Place the tortillas meat-side down.
Cook for about 3 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
Remove the cooked tacos from the griddle and place on a plate.
Top each taco with the prepared Caesar salad.
Garnish with the reserved croutons, fold, and serve immediately.
Store cooked chicken-filled tortillas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet. Add salad topping fresh when serving.
Yes, but corn tortillas are more prone to cracking. Warm them first and handle gently when spreading the ground chicken mixture.
Pack the seasoned ground chicken firmly into the tortilla and cook until it holds together, about 3–4 minutes per side. Let it rest briefly before topping.
Cook the chicken-filled tortillas ahead and store in the fridge, but add the Caesar salad topping just before serving to keep it fresh and crisp.
Make a simple dressing with mayo, anchovies, garlic, lemon juice, and Parmesan, then toss fresh romaine and croutons.
Ground turkey works well as a leaner option. Ground beef will be richer; reduce any added oil slightly since beef releases more fat when cooked.
