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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich Everyone Will Crave

Discover the irresistible Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, a perfect blend of crunchy breaded chicken, crisp romaine, and creamy dressing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Caesar Dressing
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Can replace with sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Chicken Cutlets
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts or Thighs Pounded to even thickness
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Eggs Can use egg replacement for vegan option
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Combine with regular breadcrumbs if desired
For the Sandwich Assembly
  • 2 cups Romaine Hearts Can substitute with kale
  • 2 pieces French Baguettes Can substitute with ciabatta or sourdough
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can use nutritional yeast for vegan option

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Meat Mallet
  • Skillet
  • Shallow dishes
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together full-fat mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill the dressing while preparing other ingredients.
  2. Take chicken breasts or thighs, place between plastic wrap, and pound to even thickness of about ½ inch. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Gather three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko and regular breadcrumbs.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip into egg mixture, and then press into breadcrumb mixture to coat.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, add breaded chicken cutlets, and fry for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain excess oil on a wire rack.
  6. Slice baguettes lengthwise, spread chilled Caesar dressing inside, layer with crispy chicken, add romaine hearts, and sprinkle parmesan cheese before closing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble the sandwich right before serving to keep it from getting soggy. Adjust the garlic level in the dressing to customize flavor.

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