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Caesar Chicken Smash Tacos

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Make these flavorful Caesar Chicken Smash Tacos for a quick, crunchy, and modern weeknight chicken dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup creamy Caesar dressing
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 12 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Combine the chicken pieces, 1/2 cup Caesar dressing, garlic powder, pepper, and salt in a bowl. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until fully done and slightly browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Shred the chicken slightly with two forks while still in the pan.
  3. Wipe the skillet clean. Add a small amount of oil to the skillet. Place one tortilla on the hot surface. Top the tortilla with a spoonful of the cooked chicken mixture and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
  4. Place a second tortilla directly on top of the filling. Using a sturdy spatula or a burger press, firmly press down on the stacked tortillas until they flatten and the edges become crispy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Flip the smash taco carefully. Cook the second side until both tortillas are golden brown and crispy, about 1 minute more. Remove from the heat.
  6. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  7. Assemble the tacos by topping each smash taco with shredded romaine lettuce, a drizzle of the remaining Caesar dressing, and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, use corn tortillas.
  • You can substitute store-bought rotisserie chicken for faster preparation.
  • To make a Parmesan crisp topping, bake small piles of Parmesan cheese on parchment paper at 400 degrees F until melted and browned, then let cool.

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