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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe
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This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines tender, juicy chicken cutlets coated in a perfectly seasoned crispy breadcrumb crust with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing and fresh romaine lettuce. Served on a crusty French baguette and topped with grated Parmesan cheese, this sandwich delivers classic Caesar salad flavors in a handheld form, making it perfect for lunch or a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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Caesar Dressing

  • ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch sea salt

Chicken

  • 5 chicken cutlets (pounded evenly if needed)
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying (such as vegetable or canola oil)

Flour Mixture

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika

Egg Mixture

  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Breadcrumbs Mixture

  • ¾ cup panko crumbs
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Assembly

  • 2 romaine hearts, chopped
  • 1–2 French baguettes
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Caesar Dressing and Salad: In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, black pepper, and sea salt until smooth and creamy. Take 4-5 tablespoons of this dressing and toss with the chopped romaine lettuce in a separate bowl. Cover both the salad and the remaining dressing separately and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
  2. Prepare the Chicken Cutlets: Lay the chicken cutlets on a cutting board and, if uneven, gently pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with sea salt and ground black pepper.
  3. Set up Breading Station: Prepare three shallow plates: one with flour, salt, and smoked paprika; the second with eggs whisked with salt; and the third with panko crumbs, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, black pepper, sea salt, dried oregano, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  4. Bread the Chicken: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture and shake off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture ensuring an even coating. Repeat for all cutlets.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Once the oil is hot (test by dropping a few breadcrumbs in—if they sizzle, it’s ready), carefully add the chicken cutlets in batches without overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown, crispy, and fully cooked through. Remove from oil and drain on a wire rack to remove excess oil.
  6. Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice the French baguettes into 12 cm (5 inch) portions and cut each lengthwise. Spread a generous layer of the reserved Caesar dressing on each side. Place a crispy chicken cutlet on the bottom half, top with the dressed romaine lettuce, and sprinkle extra freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top. Close the sandwiches and serve immediately, ideally with fries or your favorite side.

Notes

  • Note 1: Use chicken cutlets or pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts to an even thinness to ensure quick and even cooking.
  • For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs combined with regular breadcrumbs.
  • Make sure the oil is at the right temperature before frying to avoid greasy chicken.
  • You can prepare the Caesar dressing ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • Serve immediately once assembled to keep the chicken crispy and the bread from getting soggy.

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Keywords: Crispy chicken sandwich, Caesar sandwich, chicken cutlet sandwich, homemade Caesar dressing, panko breadcrumb chicken, fried chicken sandwich

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