Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Favorite
Indulge in a Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, a delightful twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for both lunch and dinner. This sandwich features juicy marinated chicken breasts coated in a seasoned flour mixture, fried to golden perfection, and paired with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing. Layered with crisp romaine lettuce and sandwiched between slices of crusty bread, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices of crusty bread (like ciabatta or sourdough)
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup additional grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: sliced tomatoes
- Optional: crispy Turkey Bacon
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least one hour.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge the marinated chicken in the mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese to make the dressing.
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown and spread dressing on one side of each slice.
- Layer romaine lettuce on two slices of bread, add crispy chicken on top, then sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese before topping with the remaining slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg