Chicken Parmesan Smash Tacos

Chicken Parmesan Smash Tacos

(High Protein + Lean)

All the flavor of chicken parm—crispy, saucy, melty—but built in a way you can actually keep in your weekly rotation. Lightened up just enough to hit your macros without sacrificing taste.

Servings: 5 tacos

Macros (per taco): (approx)

Calories: ~280

 Protein: ~26g 

Carbs: ~18g 

Fat: ~9g

Ingredients:

Chicken Base:

• 1 lb extra lean ground chicken (99%)

• Salt + pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1–2 tsp Italian seasoning

• 2 tbsp grated parmesan

  
  

Tacos:

• 5 Siete Almond Flour Tortillas (or tortillas of choice!)

  
  

Toppings:

• 5–10 tbsp Rao’s Marinara Sauce (1–2 tbsp per taco)

• ~2–3 slices fresh mozzarella, cut into smaller pieces (½ slice per taco)

  
  

Arugula Salad:

• 2 cups arugula

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, chopped

• Juice of ½–1 lemon

• Lemon zest (optional but recommended)

• Olive oil spray (light spray instead of pouring)

  
  

Finish:

• Extra grated parmesan

• Red chili flakes

Directions:

Step 1: Prep the Chicken

In a bowl, mix ground chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan until just combined.

Step 2: Smash + Cook

1. Divide chicken into 5 portions.

2. Press each portion evenly onto one tortilla (thin layer).

3. Heat a skillet over medium heat.

4. Place tortilla chicken-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and slightly crispy.

Step 3: Flip + Melt

1. Flip so tortilla side is down.

2. Add 1–2 tbsp marinara and ½ slice mozzarella.

3. Cover with a lid and let cheese melt (1–2 minutes).

Step 4: Make the Salad

In a bowl, toss arugula, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a light spray of olive oil.

Step 5: Finish

Remove tacos from skillet.

 Top with arugula salad, extra parmesan, and red chili flakes.