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Chicken Caesar Salad Tortilla Cones

Chicken Caesar Salad Tortilla Cones
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Easy Chicken Caesar Salad Tortilla Cones offer a fresh and portable twist on classic Caesar salad, combining tender grilled chicken, crisp romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, and grated Parmesan cheese all wrapped in crunchy baked flour tortilla cones. Ready in under 30 minutes, this handheld meal is perfect for quick lunches, parties, or picnics, delivering bright, savory flavors with minimal mess and maximum convenience.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced or shredded

Salad Base

  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
  • 1/2 cup croutons (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Tortilla Cones

  • 4–6 flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder. Grill or pan-fry them until fully cooked and juicy. Let the chicken rest before slicing or shredding into bite-sized pieces for the salad.
  2. Crisp the Tortilla Cones: Soften the flour tortillas slightly to prevent cracking, then gently shape each tortilla around an oven-safe cone form or rolled foil. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove and let cool completely to maintain their cone shape.
  3. Assemble the Salad Mix: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, sliced or shredded chicken, grated Parmesan, and optional croutons. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss lightly to coat everything evenly without wilting the greens.
  4. Fill the Tortilla Cones: Carefully spoon the prepared Caesar salad mixture into each cooled tortilla cone. Add an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice on top for added brightness and zing.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the filled tortilla cones upright in a stand or glass for easy handling and serving. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp cones and fresh salad.

Notes

  • Use warm tortillas to prevent cracking when shaping cones.
  • Let cooked chicken rest to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Dress the salad just before serving to maintain crisp romaine lettuce.
  • Choose crunchy croutons for added texture, whether homemade or store-bought.
  • The cones can be served chilled or at room temperature, suitable for lunchboxes or picnics.
  • Store chicken and salad mix separately from cones to keep them crisp.
  • Avoid freezing assembled cones as lettuce and cones will lose texture.

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Keywords: Chicken Caesar Salad, Tortilla Cones, Handheld Salad, Portable Lunch, Easy Caesar Salad, Grilled Chicken Recipe

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