Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich: Your New Favorite Comfort Bite

Elevate a classic Caesar salad into a Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, packed with flavor and comfort. Perfect for quick meals and gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Total Time 45

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk or plain yogurt mixed with milk
1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
1 cup panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic
1 teaspoon paprika or cayenne for spicy kick

For the Sandwich

2 slices bread ciabatta or brioche
1 cup romaine lettuce or other greens
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated
1/4 cup Caesar dressing store-bought or homemade
1 tablespoon olive oil for frying

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl

Method

Cooking Steps

Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
Combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl for the dredging mixture.
Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture and then coat it with panko breadcrumbs.
Fry the chicken in heated olive oil for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown.
Toast the bread lightly while the chicken fries.
Assemble the sandwich with chicken, lettuce, Parmesan, and Caesar dressing between the toasted bread.
Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different types of bread or chicken cuts. Pair with sweet potato fries for a complete meal.

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