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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich That'll Rock Your Lunch Game

This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich offers a delightful contrast of crunchy fried chicken and creamy dressing, perfect for elevating your lunch game.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt experiment with this for a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 unit lemon juice from 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken cutlets consider chicken thighs for juiciness
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 units eggs for binding
  • 1 cup panko crumbs for crunchy texture
  • ½ cup additional breadcrumbs
For Assembly
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 loaf French baguette or ciabatta/sourdough
For Frying
  • ½ inch oil for frying, canola or vegetable oil preferred

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • shallow dishes
  • Skillet
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Prepare Dressing
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Parmesan, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Set aside a portion of the dressing for later to dress the salad.
Prep Salad
  1. Chop romaine lettuce and combine it in a large bowl with half of the prepared Caesar dressing. Toss to coat.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
Prepare Chicken
  1. Pound chicken cutlets to ¾ inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
Set Up Breading Stations
  1. Create a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko and additional breadcrumbs.
Coat Chicken
  1. Dip each chicken cutlet in flour, then egg wash, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
Fry Chicken
  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Fry chicken cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack.
Assemble Sandwich
  1. Slice the baguette and spread the remaining Caesar dressing on both sides. Layer with crispy chicken and chilled romaine salad. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 27gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble the sandwich just before serving and ensure the baguette is lightly toasted for the best crunch.

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