Crispy Ground Chicken Caesar Tacos with Bacon and Parmesan Recipe
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These crispy chicken tacos feature a flavorful ground chicken layer cooked directly on tortillas for a golden, crispy base topped with fresh romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, and bacon bits. Perfect for a quick and delicious main course with satisfying textures and classic flavors.
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:8 servings
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture
500 g ground chicken
2 tsp garlic powder
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Tortillas and Toppings
8 small flour tortillas
½ head romaine lettuce, chopped
⅓ cup Caesar dressing
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tbsp bacon bits
1 tbsp avocado oil (for cooking)
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
Spread Chicken on Tortillas: Evenly spread a thin, firm layer of the seasoned ground chicken on the back side of each flour tortilla, pressing down to adhere well.
Cook the Chicken Side: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place each tortilla chicken side down in the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown.
Crisp the Other Side: Flip the tortilla carefully and cook the other side for 1 to 2 minutes to crisp up the tortilla.
Add Toppings: Remove tortillas from the skillet. Top each with chopped romaine lettuce, a drizzle of Caesar dressing, a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon bits. Optionally, toss the lettuce with Caesar dressing in advance.
Serve: Fold the tacos and serve immediately while crisp and warm for the perfect bite.
Notes
Use ground chicken thighs for juicier tacos if preferred.
For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas instead of flour.
The bacon bits can be substituted with cooked turkey bacon or omitted for a vegetarian version.
Make sure to press the chicken firmly on the tortilla to prevent it from falling off during cooking.
Adjust seasoning to taste before spreading the chicken.
Serve with extra Caesar dressing on the side for dipping.
