If you love Caesar salad and crispy chicken, these Chicken Caesar Tacos are the perfect fusion dish! Juicy, golden-fried chicken strips, tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, and wrapped in soft tortillas—this recipe is quick, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crispy & Flavorful: Golden, crunchy chicken + creamy Caesar dressing = ultimate flavor bomb!
Easy & Quick: Ready in 30 minutes—great for weeknights or party appetizers.
Better Than Fast Food: Fresh ingredients and homemade Caesar dressing make it extra delicious.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Tacos:

• 10 mini tortillas
• 1 bunch romaine lettuce, chopped
• Parmesan cheese, for garnish

For the Caesar Dressing:

• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 4-5 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Crispy Chicken Strips:

• 500g chicken breast, cut into strips
• 3 tsp each: salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder

For the Breading:

Flour Mixture:

• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp each: garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, salt

Egg Mixture:

• 2 eggs, beaten

Crumb Mixture:

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Strips
In a bowl, marinate chicken strips with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
Set up your breading station:

• Flour mixture in one bowl
• Beaten eggs in another
• Panko breadcrumbs in the last bowl
• Coat each chicken strip:
• Dip in flour mixture, shake off excess
• Dip in beaten eggs
• Coat with panko crumbs
• Heat oil in a pan and fry chicken strips until golden brown & crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towel.

Step 2: Make the Caesar Dressing

• In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
• Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.

Step 3: Assemble the Tacos

• In a bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with a few tablespoons of Caesar dressing and some grated Parmesan.
• Warm the mini tortillas in a dry pan for a few seconds on each side.
• Spread a little Caesar dressing on each tortilla.
• Add lettuce mix, crispy chicken strips, and extra Caesar dressing on top.
• Finish with lots of Parmesan cheese and serve immediately!

Chicken caesar tacos

If you love Caesar salad and crispy chicken, these Chicken Caesar Tacos are the perfect fusion dish! 🥗🌮

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Salad

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 5

Ingredients

  

For the Tacos:

• 10 mini tortillas
• 1 bunch romaine lettuce chopped
• Parmesan cheese for garnish

For the Caesar Dressing:

• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 4-5 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Crispy Chicken Strips:

• 500 g chicken breast cut into strips
• 3 tsp salt
• 3 tsp pepper
• 3 tsp paprika
• 3 tsp garlic powder
• 3 tsp onion powder

For the Breading:

• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 eggs beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying

Instructions

 

• Marinate chicken strips with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Let sit for 10 minutes.
• Set up your breading station with three bowls: one with the flour mixture, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the panko breadcrumbs.
• Coat the chicken by dipping it first in flour, then in egg, then in panko. Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy.
• In a bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
• Toss the romaine lettuce with some Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan.
• Warm the mini tortillas in a dry pan. Spread Caesar dressing on each tortilla.
• Add the lettuce mix, crispy chicken, and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

For extra crispy chicken, double coat with flour and egg.

For a healthier option, air-fry or bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15 minutes.

If you prefer a spicy kick, add hot sauce or chili flakes to the dressing.

Keyword caesarsalad, chicken, tacos

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use store-bought Caesar dressing?
Yes! While homemade tastes better, a good-quality Caesar dressing works great if you’re short on time.
2. Can I make the chicken ahead of time?
Yes! Fry the chicken strips and store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in an air fryer or oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes to keep them crispy.
3. What can I serve with these tacos?
These tacos pair well with:
Sweet potato fries
Coleslaw
Garlic butter corn on the cob
4. Can I use a different type of cheese?
Absolutely! Parmesan is classic, but you can try shredded mozzarella, cheddar, or even feta for a twist.