Description
Crispy chicken mince pressed onto mini tortillas, topped with marinara, melted mozzarella, and parmesan, then balanced by fresh rocket salad. A fusion of Italian parmesan and Mexican flavors, delivered in a quick, restaurant-quality format.
Ingredients
250 g chicken mince
8 mini flour tortillas
125 g mozzarella
1 cup marinara sauce
2 tbsp breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 tsp oregano
30 g grated parmesan
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 tbsp olive oil
20 g rocket salad
1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Combine chicken mince, breadcrumbs, egg, oregano, parmesan, and garlic in a bowl. Divide mixture into 8 portions. Press each portion into a mini tortilla, flattening into a patty. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden and firm. Top each with 1 tbsp marinara and 1 tbsp mozzarella. Cover skillet and steam 2 minutes until cheese melts. Add a teaspoon of marinara, a few rocket leaves, and a drizzle of lemon juice to each taco.
Notes
Use ground turkey as a leaner alternative
Flour tortillas are crucial for proper browning
Cheese will spread quickly – work efficiently
Store leftovers airtight in refrigerator for 2 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Easy Tacos Recipes for Every Craving
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Italian-Mexican Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg