Description
Chicken Caesar Salad Tortilla Cones are a fresh, portable appetizer that combines crisp romaine, tender grilled chicken, creamy Caesar dressing, crunchy croutons, and Parmesan cheese all wrapped inside a crispy baked tortilla cone. Perfect for parties, lunches, or casual gatherings, this handheld treat is visually stunning, easy to assemble, and bursting with classic Caesar salad flavors in a fun, bite-sized form.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 2 cups fresh romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup croutons, broken into small pieces
- Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tortilla Cones: Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable, then carefully shape each into a cone using a metal cone mold or by hand. Bake the cones at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until crisp and firm. Allow to cool completely before filling.
- Cook and Shred the Chicken: Use pre-cooked chicken breast or sauté chicken pieces seasoned lightly with salt and pepper. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces suitable for filling the cones.
- Chop the Romaine Lettuce: Wash and dry fresh romaine lettuce, then chop into small, manageable pieces to provide a refreshing crunch inside the cones.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, a generous drizzle of Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, and crushed croutons. Toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients without making the mixture soggy.
- Fill the Tortilla Cones: Carefully spoon the prepared filling into each cooled tortilla cone, packing it neatly but avoiding overfilling to prevent spills or breaking.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or place a lemon wedge on the side for a bright, zesty finish. Serve immediately to maintain the cones’ crispness and freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh romaine lettuce for the best crunch inside the cones.
- Ensure chicken is cooled thoroughly to avoid soggy cones.
- Do not overstuff cones to keep them intact and prevent leakage.
- Prepare tortilla cones ahead of time, but fill just before serving for optimal texture.
- Store tortilla cones and chicken salad filling separately if making ahead.
- Reheat cones briefly in a hot oven if they lose crispness; avoid microwaving.
- Customize by swapping greens, using whole wheat tortillas, or adding spice for personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla cone with filling
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg