Name: Chicken Parm Smash Tacos
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: ½ cup panko; 1 lb ground chicken; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ¼ cup shredded Parmesan (plus extra to serve); 8 small tortillas; 1 cup marinara sauce; 190 grams fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced); 3 cups arugula; 3 teaspoons olive oil; Salt & pepper (to taste); 2 tablespoons basil (roughly chopped)

Craving the crispy, cheesy goodness of Chicken Parmesan? How about the irresistible appeal of tacos? If you’re a fan of both (and who isn’t?!), then you’re in for a treat with these Chicken Parm Smash Tacos. Combining the comfort of classic Chicken Parmesan with the fun and flavour of tacos, this recipe is about to become your new go-to for family dinners.

Perfect for Taco Tuesday or a relaxed Sunday evening meal, these tacos are as easy as they are delicious. Think golden, crispy chicken, melted cheese, and a tangy marinara twist, all wrapped up in a taco shell.

Whether you’re cooking for the whole family or craving something comforting yet different, these Chicken Parm Smash Tacos hit the mark every time. I had to share this recipe from Fraîche Table because it’s just too good to keep to myself. And honestly, this is just the tip of the iceberg—Fraîche Table is packed with thousands of amazing weekday recipes. Try it for free here!

A Fun Twist on a Familiar Favourite: Chicken Parm Tacos

Over on Fraîche Table, we’re big fans of reinventing the classics. Not everything needs a complete overhaul. Sometimes all it takes is a new format or a fresh combo to make dinner exciting again. These tacos are a great example of how a small twist can breathe new life into something familiar. By combining two go-to favourites into one quick meal, you get all the fun of something new without the stress of starting from scratch.

Even better? These Chicken Parm Smash Tacos are on the table in about 30 minutes, start to finish. It may be a weeknight meal, but it doesn’t taste like one.

P.S. My husband Charles won my heart with his classic Chicken Parmesan, so if you’re craving the real deal, you’ll definitely want to give it a try!

Hand holding a Chicken Parm Smash Tacos with arugula and parm cheese

Get the Whole Family Involved with Smash Tacos

This is the kind of recipe that makes it easy (and actually fun) to bring kids into the kitchen. Here are a few ways little hands can help:

Sprinkle the seasonings into the mixing bowl
Tear or slice the mozzarella
Toss the arugula with oil and seasoning
Add the toppings before serving

By getting the kids involved in the cooking process, you’ll boost their excitement about dinner and increase the chances of them actually eating it! This is also a great recipe to hand off to older kids or beginner cooks, as it requires minimal prep and easy-to-follow steps. You get the joy of making something from scratch without spending the whole evening in the kitchen.

Why You’ll Love Chicken Parm Smash Tacos

Here’s something I’ve learned after making thousands (literally) of dinners for my family: if you’re not at least a little excited about dinner, it can feel like such a chore. Now, is a thrilling new meal on the table every night? Definitely not. But every now and then, a magical unicorn of a recipe comes along that checks all the boxes: easy, exciting, and one that has everyone asking for seconds. This is one of those.

Fun, flavourful format: A crispy taco shell filled with crispy chicken, gooey cheese, and fresh arugula. A true comfort food mash-up.
Minimal hands-on time: You get that satisfying from-scratch feeling—without spending hours cooking. Plus, everything comes together in just 30 minutes.
Easy to scale: This recipe is perfect for feeding a group. It’s also great for making extras—since everything finishes on one sheet pan, there’s no need for juggling multiple pans!
Picky-eater proof: This isn’t just “kid-friendly.” It’s a dinner everyone—adults included—will love.
Perfect for busy weeknights: A twist on a classic that’s quick enough for Taco Tuesday but special enough to make your weeknight dinner feel like a treat.

Tori eating a Chicken Parm Smash Taco in kitchen

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