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Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich for Ultimate Flavor Bliss

This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich brings together homemade Caesar dressing, crispy chicken, and a crusty baguette for a delightful twist on a classic.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sandwich
  • 4 pieces Chicken Cutlets
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free as needed
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 cup Breadcrumb Mixture panko preferred
  • for frying cup Oil for frying
  • 2-3 hearts Romaine Hearts chopped
  • 1 loaf French Baguette or ciabatta

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Meat Mallet
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan. Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper to taste. Whisk everything until smooth, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  2. While the dressing chills, chop romaine hearts into bite-sized pieces. Toss with a portion of the chilled dressing and chill for an additional 15 minutes.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  3. Pound chicken cutlets to an even thickness, season with salt and pepper.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  4. Create a dredging station with flour mixed with paprika, whisked eggs, and breadcrumb mixture.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  5. Coat each cutlet in flour, dip in egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture. Set aside.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  6. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each cutlet for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  7. Slice the baguette and spread Caesar dressing on both sides. Layer a crispy chicken cutlet, dressed romaine, and extra Parmesan cheese. Close the sandwich.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich
  8. Serve warm, pairing with crispy fries or a green salad.
    Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Keep the oil temperature steady by frying in small batches to maintain crispiness. Let fried chicken drain on a wire rack instead of paper towels for best texture.

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