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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich: The Ultimate Quick Lunch Delight

This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines golden-fried chicken and creamy homemade Caesar dressing for a delicious lunch experience.
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Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, Easy Recipe, family favorite, fried chicken, homemade dressing, quick lunch
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 550kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • shallow dishes
  • wire rack

Ingredients

Caesar Dressing

  • 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise can substitute with low-fat yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce use vegan version if desired
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh juice is best
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground is best
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust according to preference
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated preferred

Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken cutlets or air-fried chicken for healthier option
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 large eggs or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup panko crumbs can substitute with traditional breadcrumbs

Assembly

  • 1 head romaine lettuce or kale/spinach
  • 1 loaf French baguette or ciabatta/sourdough
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese for topping

Instructions

Preparation

  • Prepare Caesar Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine full-fat mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt. Stir until silky smooth. Reserve a bit to dress the romaine.
  • Prep Chicken: Pound chicken cutlets to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Set Up Breading Station: In three shallow dishes, create your breading station: mix all-purpose flour with a pinch of salt; whisk eggs; combine panko crumbs, parsley, black pepper, oregano, garlic powder, and Parmesan.
  • Bread Chicken: Dredge each cutlet in the flour mixture, shake off excess, dip in egg wash, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture.
  • Fry Chicken: Heat oil in skillet until it reaches 350°F (175–180°C). Fry breaded cutlets until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Let drain on a wire rack.
  • Assemble Sandwich: Slice baguette in half, spread Caesar dressing on both sides, add crispy chicken cutlet, dressed romaine salad, sprinkle with Parmesan, and enjoy!

Notes

For best texture and flavor, assemble the sandwich just before serving. Store leftovers separately to maintain crispiness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 10mg