Description
Indulge in the irresistible Chicken Caesar Smashed Tacos, where crispy taco shells cradle tender chicken and creamy Caesar dressing, topped with vibrant romaine lettuce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos blend savory flavors with delightful textures, making every bite a celebration. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser that allows for customization—ideal for using up leftovers or personalizing to your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 8 taco shells (crispy or soft)
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it cool slightly before shredding it with two forks.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
- Warm taco shells according to package instructions.
- Fill each taco shell with the chicken mixture and top with romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and optional pepperoncini peppers.
- Serve immediately on a platter and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg