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Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich for Ultimate Comfort Food

This Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines crispy chicken with fresh romaine and creamy dressing for a delicious twist on a classic.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Swap with sour cream if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Any mustard will work in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Omit for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Replace with vinegar if needed.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 cloves garlic Adjust to taste or use garlic powder.
  • to taste black pepper White pepper can be used if preferred.
Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken cutlets Substitute with turkey or a plant-based option for a vegetarian twist.
  • to taste sea salt Essential for seasoning the chicken.
  • as needed oil for frying Olive or vegetable oil works well.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour as an alternative.
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used instead.
  • 2 large eggs Flax egg is a great vegan substitute.
  • 1 cup panko crumbs Regular breadcrumbs can work if you’re in a pinch.
  • 1/2 cup regular breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley Italian seasoning can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Can be substituted with Italian seasoning if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Easily replaceable with fresh minced garlic based on preference.
Sandwich
  • 1 head romaine hearts Any hardy lettuce will do in a pinch.
  • 4 pieces French baguettes Ciabatta or gluten-free rolls also work wonderfully.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Meat Mallet
  • Shallow bowls
  • Whisk
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation of Dressing
  1. Combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice in a bowl. Add Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate.
Chilling Romaine
  1. Wash and chop the romaine hearts, toss with a few spoonfuls of Caesar dressing to coat, and keep covered in the fridge.
Preparing Chicken Cutlets
  1. Pound chicken cutlets between plastic wrap until ½ inch thick. Season with salt and black pepper.
Breading Station
  1. Set up shallow bowls with flour mixture, beaten eggs, and breadcrumb mixture for coating the cutlets.
Breading Chicken
  1. Dredge cutlets in flour, dip in eggs, and press into breadcrumb mixture. Set aside breaded cutlets.
Frying Chicken
  1. Heat oil in a skillet, and fry cutlets until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on a wire rack.
Assembling Sandwich
  1. Slice baguettes and spread Caesar dressing on both sides. Add chicken cutlets and top with the romaine salad mixture.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with fries or salad for a delightful meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken before frying and adjust the dressing ingredients to your liking.

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