Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich You'll Crave All Week

This Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines crispy fried chicken with homemade dressing and crunchy romaine for a fulfilling meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Pound to ½ inch thickness.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour For dredging.
1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked for extra flavor.
2 large Eggs Beaten.
2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs For crispy texture.
½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Fresh is best.
½ cup Vegetable Oil For frying.

For the Caesar Dressing

½ cup Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt.
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1 clove Minced Garlic Adjust to taste.
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Optional but recommended.

For Assembly

4 cups Chopped Romaine Lettuce Use other greens if desired.
4 pieces Sandwich Buns Brioche or favorites.

Equipment

Skillet
bowl
Meat Mallet
wire rack

Method

Preparation

Pound chicken breasts to ½ inch thickness and prepare a breading station with flour, eggs, and panko-Parmesan mixture.
Dredge chicken in seasoned flour, dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumb mixture.
Heat oil in a skillet and fry chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce for the dressing.
Toast sandwich buns in a skillet or toaster until golden brown.
Spread Caesar dressing on toasted buns, add romaine, and crispy chicken. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan before closing the sandwich.
Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers separately for freshness. The chicken lasts up to 3 days in the fridge, and can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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