Chicken Caesar Tacos with Avocado Caesar Salad Dressing

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If Chicken Caesar salad and taco night were having a crossover episode, it would be these Chicken Caesar Tacos. We’re taking everything you’d love about a classic Caesar salad and folding it into a taco. It’s a fun way to make taco night feel brand new again. 

Warm flour tortillas are filled with romaine dressing tossed in a creamy avocado Caesar dressing and layered with grilled marinated chicken, freshly shaved parmesan cheese, and tangy pickled onions for a pop of color and flavor. Every bite is refreshing, creamy, and slightly smoky, complemented by the chicken. 

Whether your fo to order is chicken caesar salad or you’re looking for a creative twist on taco night, these deserve a spot in your dinner rotation. They’re easy to prep for busy weeknights, patio dinners or the next time you want to have a fun dinner that doesn’t require a ton of effort. 

Why You’ll Love These Chicken Caesar Tacos

• Perfect for busy weeknights! If you’re on a time crunch or feeling lazy but still want to have a delicious dinner, these tacos are a perfect option. If you marinate the chicken the night before, this recipe will take just around 30 minutes to prepare. And the best part is, you’ll have leftovers for the rest of the week!
• A fun twist on taco night! If you’re craving tacos but wanting something a bit lighter, these Caesar tacos are a delicious option. They’re essentially a creamy Caesar Salad wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. What’s better than that!?
• Makes multiple servings! This recipe makes 4-6 servings, depending on how hungry you are, which makes it a great option for meal prepping throughout the week.

How to Make Chicken Caesar Tacos, Step by Step

Step 1. Prepare the lemon marinade and marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, minced garlic, and salt and pepper. Pour the marinade into a sealable plastic bag. Drop the chicken breasts into the bag, seal it, and gently shake the bag to coat the chicken with the marinade. 

Place the marinated chicken in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. For a stronger flavor, we recommend marinating the chicken overnight. 

Step 2. Grill or bake marinated chicken.

If you want those crispy charred edges on the chicken, use a grill to cook the chicken breasts. 

If you don’t have a grill, bake the chicken at a high temperature, flipping the chicken over halfway through to crisp both sides.

Step 3. Make Avocado Caesar Salad Dressing. 

Add all the ingredients of the dressing to a high-powered blender. Some of our favorite high-powered blenders to use are: Vitamix, Ninja, or Beast Blender.

Blend the mixture until it is smooth and creamy. If you are making the dressing ahead of time, store it in a jar and seal it with a lid. 

Step 4. Toss salad in dressing and assemble tacos.

Add chopped romaine lettuce to a large bowl. Start by adding 1/4 cup of Avocado Caesar dressing to the lettuce bowl. Use tongs to mix the dressing into the salad. When the lettuce is evenly coated in the dressing, assemble your tacos. 

Recommendations for prepping your taco fillings: 

• Warm tacos in the microwave or on a skillet for 30 seconds. Place them on a plate, covered in a clean towel to hold the heat. 
• Thinly slice grilled chicken breasts. Slice the chicken breasts into 1/4-inch slices. Thin slices will be easier to bite into and chew.
• Make your Taco ‘mise en place’ or ‘set up’. Have your other toppings out on the counter ready to easily assemble – pickled onions, shredded parmesan cheese, mint leaves, extra dressing.

Fill each warm tortilla with Caesar salad, sliced chicken, fresh parmesan, several slices of pickled onion, and finish with some mint leaves. You can add extra dressing if you’d like. Enjoy!

Tips for Making Chicken Caesar Tacos

• Marinate the chicken for extra flavor. Marinating the chicken is going to tenderize the chicken while adding additional flavor to the meat without a lot of effort. This lemon, dijon chicken marinade is tangy and bright – perfect for these tacos!
• Make ahead for quick assembly. Whether you’re meal prepping or wanting something quick to whip together, we recommend making the chicken and dressing ahead of time. That way, when you’re ready to assemble, all you have to do is chop the lettuce, toss it in the avocado Caesar, and assemble your tacos.
• Toss dressing in chopped salad right before you serve. We recommend mixing dressing into chopped romaine right before you’re ready to assemble your tacos. That way, the lettuce won’t get soggy. 
• Warm tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet over medium heat before assembling. This will make them more pliable so they won’t break when you eat them. It will also enhance the flavors in the tortillas.
• Layer with different flavors and textures. These tacos may seem pretty basic, but they are loaded with tangy, bright flavors. The crisp greens – chopped romaine and mint leaves- are tossed in a creamy, tangy sauce. The addition of fresh-grated Parmesan adds richness and nuttiness. Pickled onions add a pop of color and flavor.

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How to store leftover chicken caesar tacos.

Store taco fillings and tortillas in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.

We recommend storing salad, dressing, and chicken in separate containers. When you’re ready to assemble your tacos, refer to the assembly instructions in the recipe.

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