Caesar Salad Smashed Tacos

Name: Caesar Salad Smashed Tacos with Ground Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 4 small flour tortillas; 1 (10 oz) bag Caesar salad kit; Greek seasoning, to taste; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste

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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Total

15 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
4 small flour tortillas
1 (10 oz) bag Caesar salad kit
Greek seasoning, to taste
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1
Spread a thin layer of raw ground chicken onto each small flour tortilla.
2
Season the chicken generously with Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the lettuce, Caesar dressing, and Parmesan cheese from the salad kit. Toss to combine, reserving the croutons for later.
4
Heat a griddle or large pan over medium-high heat. Place the tortillas meat-side down.
5
Cook for about 3 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
6
Remove the cooked tacos from the griddle and place on a plate.
7
Top each taco with the prepared Caesar salad.
8
Garnish with the reserved croutons, fold, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Press the seasoned ground chicken firmly into the tortilla in an even, thin layer so it crisps evenly and stays intact when folded.
Cook each smashed taco 3–4 minutes per side over medium-high heat until the chicken is golden and cooked through; don't rush or the tortilla will burn before the chicken is done.
Add the Caesar salad topping right before serving to prevent the greens from wilting and the dressing from soaking the tortilla.

Substitutions

Ground chicken → ground turkey (leaner; reduce added oil)
Caesar salad kit → fresh romaine with homemade Caesar dressing and croutons
Greek seasoning → garlic powder, oregano, and lemon zest

Storage & make-ahead

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.

Common Questions

Can I use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas?

Yes, but corn tortillas are more prone to cracking. Warm them first and handle gently when spreading the ground chicken mixture.

How do I keep the chicken from falling apart when I smash the taco?

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.