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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

A delightful twist on the classic Caesar salad, this sandwich features crispy chicken cutlets, creamy Caesar dressing, and fresh romaine lettuce, served in a crusty French baguette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Caesar Dressing

  • ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Pinch sea salt

For the Chicken

  • 5 pieces chicken cutlets See note 1 for details
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 pieces eggs
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 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
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

For the Assembly

  • 2 hearts romaine (chopped)
  • 1-2 pieces French baguettes
  • Parmesan cheese freshly grated, for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation of Dressing

  • In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Add minced garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Take 4-5 tablespoons of this dressing to mix it with the chopped romaine lettuce in a medium bowl. Cover both the salad and the remaining dressing, and refrigerate separately for later.

Preparation of Chicken

  • Lay the chicken cutlets on a cutting board. If they are uneven in thickness, gently pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin to make them even. Season both sides of each cutlet with salt and ground black pepper.

Breading Station Setup

  • Set up three shallow plates. In the first plate, mix the flour, salt, and smoked paprika. In the second plate, whisk the eggs with a little salt until combined. In the third plate, combine panko crumbs, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, ground black pepper, sea salt, dried oregano, garlic powder, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Breading of Chicken

  • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Take one chicken cutlet and dredge it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, then firmly press it into the breadcrumb mix. Repeat this process for all the cutlets.

Frying the Chicken

  • Once the oil is hot (you can test it by dropping in a few breadcrumbs—if they sizzle, it’s ready), carefully place the chicken into the pan. Fry until golden brown on one side, then flip it and cook the other side until crispy and fully cooked, around 4-5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Remove the chicken and let it drain on a wire rack to get rid of excess oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Assembling the Sandwich

  • Slice the baguettes into 12 cm (5") portions and cut each one open lengthwise. Spread a layer of the reserved Caesar dressing on the inside. Place a crispy chicken cutlet on top, followed by a generous amount of the Caesar salad. Finish with extra grated Parmesan, close the sandwiches, and serve immediately with fries if desired.

Notes

Store any leftover sandwiches in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, place the sandwich on a baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until warmed through and the bread is crispy again.
Keyword Caesar salad, comfort food, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, quick dinner
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