Chicken Parm Tacos

Name: Chicken Parm Tacos with Crispy Breaded Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 4 small flour tortillas; 2 large eggs; 2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 1 tsp seasoned salt; 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried parsley; 2 tbsp bacon grease, for cooking; 1 cup spicy marinara sauce; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; Hot giardiniera, for topping

Chicken Parm Tacos blend Italian-American breaded chicken with Mexican taco formats, featuring seasoned ground chicken patties fried until crispy and topped with marinara, mozzarella, and Parmesan. The standout trait is the combination of crunchy breading and melted cheese in a handheld taco form.

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Total

20 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
4 small flour tortillas
2 large eggs
2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tsp seasoned salt
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried parsley
2 tbsp bacon grease, for cooking
1 cup spicy marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Hot giardiniera, for toppingoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat your griddle to medium-high heat.
2
In a bowl, season the ground chicken with seasoned salt and black pepper.
3
Divide the seasoned chicken into four equal balls and place one on each flour tortilla.
4
Using a piece of parchment paper, press and smash each chicken ball into a thin, even patty covering the tortilla.
5
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the entire surface of the chicken patties.
6
In a shallow dish, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried parsley, more black pepper, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
7
Carefully press each tortilla, chicken-side down, into the breadcrumb mixture to get a thick, even coating.
8
Add bacon grease to the hot griddle and spread it evenly.
9
Place the breaded chicken tacos chicken-side down onto the griddle. Cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
10
While the chicken cooks, gently warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan on the side of the griddle.
11
Flip the tacos. The tortilla side should now be on the griddle.
12
Top each cooked chicken patty with a spoonful of warm marinara sauce, followed by a layer of shredded mozzarella and the remaining grated Parmesan cheese.
13
Cover the tacos with a melting dome for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese.
14
Remove from the griddle and serve immediately. Top with hot giardiniera if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Form chicken patties to fit your tortilla size for easier eating; press gently to ensure they hold together during frying.
Use bacon grease for cooking to add richness and flavor that complements both Italian and Mexican elements.
Don't overwork the ground chicken mixture or patties will become dense; mix until ingredients are just combined.
Add cheese immediately after frying while the patties are still hot so it melts into the breading rather than sitting on top.

Substitutions

Ground turkey → ground chicken (substitute note: add 1 tbsp oil to breadcrumb mixture to prevent drying)
Bacon grease → vegetable or olive oil (note: reduces savory depth but works for dietary restrictions)
Flour tortillas → corn tortillas (note: smaller; may require smaller patties)
Spicy marinara → pesto or white sauce (note: changes flavor profile significantly)

Storage & make-ahead

Store assembled or disassembled tacos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat chicken patties in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispness.