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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe

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This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich offers a delicious twist on the classic Caesar salad by wrapping crunchy, golden-fried chicken cutlets in a French baguette with creamy Caesar dressing and fresh romaine lettuce. The sandwich balances crispy textures and tangy flavors making it perfect for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner.

Ingredients

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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 freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Pinch sea salt

Chicken Cutlets

  • 5 chicken cutlets
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • Oil, for frying

Breading Station

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt (for flour mix)
  • ¾ tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ tsp salt (for egg wash)
  • 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 freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Sandwich Assembly

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare Caesar Dressing and Salad: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, black pepper, and sea salt until smooth and creamy. Reserve 4–5 tablespoons of dressing and toss it with chopped romaine lettuce. Cover and refrigerate both separately.
  2. Prep Chicken Cutlets: Even out chicken cutlets by gently pounding to uniform thickness. Season both sides lightly with sea salt and ground black pepper.
  3. Set Up Breading Station: Prepare three shallow plates: one with flour, salt, and smoked paprika; one with whisked eggs and salt; and one with panko, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, black pepper, salt, dried oregano, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese.
  4. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip into egg wash, and finally press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, fry the breaded chicken cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a wire rack to remove excess oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  6. Assemble Sandwiches: Slice baguettes into 12 cm (5 inch) portions and cut open lengthwise. Spread each baguette with reserved Caesar dressing, layer with a crispy chicken cutlet, top with Caesar salad, and sprinkle extra grated Parmesan cheese. Close sandwiches and serve immediately with fries or preferred side.

Notes

  • To ensure even cooking, pound chicken cutlets to an even thickness before breading.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best flavor in both the dressing and breading.
  • Fry chicken in batches to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
  • Keep leftover dressing refrigerated and use within 2-3 days.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture of the chicken.

Keywords: Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Caesar Salad Sandwich, Fried Chicken Cutlets, Homemade Caesar Dressing, Chicken Baguette Sandwich

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