Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich
Get ready to indulge in the Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, a delightful fusion of textures and flavors that will elevate any meal. This sandwich features succulent, breaded chicken cutlets, perfectly fried to a golden crisp, layered with fresh romaine lettuce and drizzled with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing. Nestled in a crusty baguette, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying for both lunch and dinner. With customizable options to suit your taste, it’s the ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Enjoy every bite of this mouthwatering creation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 chicken cutlets
- ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 1–2 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Pinch sea salt
- Sea salt (to taste)
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
- Oil (for frying)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup panko crumbs
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 romaine hearts (chopped)
- 2 French baguettes
Instructions
- Prepare the Caesar Dressing: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt until smooth. Reserve some dressing for the salad.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Set up a breading station with flour mixed with smoked paprika in one plate, whisked eggs in another, and panko crumbs mixed with breadcrumbs and seasonings in the third.
- Fry the Chicken: Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip into eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs. Fry in hot oil over medium heat until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side). Drain on a wire rack.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Slice baguettes lengthwise and spread reserved dressing inside. Layer crispy chicken cutlet and chopped romaine dressed in Caesar dressing. Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese before closing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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