These chicken parm smash tacos bring the best of Italian-American comfort food into a handheld delight. The combo of crispy chicken, melty cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and cool Caesar salad is next-level good. Add some pasta and call it dinner done right

If you’ve ever wished chicken parmesan and tacos could join forces, this recipe is your dream come true. These Chicken Parm Smash Tacos are loaded with flavor, easy to whip up, and topped with a crisp Caesar salad for a tangy, crunchy finish. Nestled into warm pita bread and optionally served with pasta, this dish is pure comfort with a fun twist.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Patties:

• 1 lb ground chicken

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/2 cup bread crumbs

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Olive oil (for cooking)

For Assembly:

• 1 cup tomato sauce (marinara works great)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 4–6 small pita breads (or however many your mixture yields)

• 1 Caesar salad kit (with dressing and croutons)

Optional Add-On:

• Cooked pasta of your choice (penne or spaghetti works great) tossed in a little olive oil or extra tomato sauce

Instructions:

1. Make the Chicken Smash Patties:

In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until just combined—don’t overwork it.

Divide into 4–6 equal portions and form loose meatballs.

2. Smash + Cook:

Heat a bit of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place a pita bread in the pan, then set a meatball in the center. Use a spatula (or the bottom of a small plate) to press down and smash the meatball flat onto the pita. Cook for 3–4 minutes until browned, then flip.

3. Sauce + Cheese:

Spoon tomato sauce on top of the cooked chicken side, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Cover the skillet for a minute or two until the cheese melts and the chicken finishes cooking.

4. Caesar Crunch:

While the tacos cook, toss your Caesar salad kit together (dressing, lettuce, and croutons). Feel free to crush the croutons for a taco-friendly texture.

5. Assemble + Serve:

Top each taco with a generous scoop of Caesar salad and a final sprinkle of Parmesan. Serve warm, optionally alongside a bowl of pasta for those extra-hungry nights.

Tips + Variations:

• Swap pita for naan or tortillas if that’s what you have on hand.

• Spice it up with a pinch of red pepper flakes in the chicken mix.

• Add fresh basil or parsley for extra freshness.

• Mini-size it for party appetizers!

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