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Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos

Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos for a Quick Family Feast

Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos are a quick, nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights, combining high-protein chicken with fresh salad flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken opt for lean varieties
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder substitute fresh onions if preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt use sea salt if available
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper white pepper can substitute
For the Tacos
  • 8 small Flour Tortillas consider corn tortillas for gluten-free
For the Salad Topping
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce any crisp lettuce can work
  • 1/2 cup High-Protein Caesar Dressing can use light vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese nutritional yeast offers a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Sourdough Croutons any flavored croutons or toasted bread pieces
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil avocado oil can be used for higher heat

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos
  1. In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Divide the chicken mixture into 8 equal portions, roll each into a ball.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a light coating of olive oil.
  4. Arrange chicken balls in the skillet and place a small flour tortilla on top, pressing down.
  5. Use a spatula to flatten the chicken, cook for 3-4 minutes until golden crust forms.
  6. Flip the tacos to crisp the tortilla for an additional 30 seconds.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine romaine lettuce with the high-protein Caesar dressing.
  8. Top each warm taco with dressed romaine, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and croutons.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, keeping the salad dressing separate. For longer storage, freeze cooked chicken portions for up to 3 months.

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