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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Enjoy a Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich that upgrades your classic favorite with crunchy chicken and creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caesar Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Consider using low-fat mayo
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt Can be replaced with sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Yellow mustard works well if Dijon isn’t on hand
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Soy sauce makes for a suitable substitute
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Use citrus zest for an aromatic boost
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese Grana Padano can be a milder alternative
  • 2 cloves garlic Garlic powder can work in a pinch
  • pinch black pepper Adjust to suit your taste
  • to taste sea salt Feel free to tweak to your liking
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken cutlets Pound to ensure even cooking
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour is an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 2 eggs Opt for a flax egg if avoiding eggs
  • 1 cup panko crumbs Regular breadcrumbs can substitute
  • ½ cup bread crumbs Mix with panko for added texture
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley Fresh parsley can heighten the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Thyme is a perfect substitute if needed
To Assemble
  • 2 hearts romaine lettuce Any crisp lettuce will do
  • 1 loaf French baguette Ciabatta or sourdough are great alternatives

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • meat mallet
  • shallow plates
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Add Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, black pepper, and sea salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Tenderize chicken cutlets to a uniform thickness, season with sea salt and black pepper.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour mixture, beaten eggs, and breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat oil in a large skillet and fry chicken cutlets until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes on each side.
  6. Slice the baguettes, spread Caesar dressing, add a chicken cutlet, top with romaine and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve sandwiches immediately for the best crunch. Keep dressing separate if storing leftovers to maintain texture.

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