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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe

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This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines tender, golden-fried chicken cutlets with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing and fresh romaine lettuce, all layered inside crusty baguette slices. The chicken is perfectly breaded with a flavorful mixture of panko and Parmesan, delivering a crunchy texture that complements the tangy, garlicky Caesar salad. Ideal for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner, this sandwich recipe brings together classic Caesar salad flavors in a handheld delight.

Ingredients

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Caesar Dressing & Salad

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

Chicken Cutlets

  • 5 chicken cutlets
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • Oil, for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)

Breading Station

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 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 Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Assembly

  • 1–2 French baguettes, sliced into 12 cm (5″) portions and cut lengthwise
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prepare Caesar Dressing and Salad: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Parmesan, minced garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and creamy. Reserve about 4–5 tablespoons of this dressing. Toss the chopped romaine lettuce in the remaining dressing, cover both salad and dressing separately, and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
  2. Prepare Chicken Cutlets: Place the chicken cutlets on a flat surface. If they are uneven in thickness, gently pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin to ensure even thickness for uniform cooking. Season both sides generously with sea salt and ground black pepper.
  3. Set Up Breading Station: Arrange three shallow plates or bowls. In the first, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and smoked paprika. In the second, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt until blended. In the third, combine panko crumbs, regular breadcrumbs, dried parsley, black pepper, sea salt, oregano, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  4. Bread the Chicken: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Take one chicken cutlet and coat it thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip it into the egg wash, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to ensure an even crust. Repeat this process for all chicken cutlets.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Once the oil is hot (check by dropping a few breadcrumbs—they should sizzle immediately), carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets in the pan without overcrowding. Fry each side for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Remove cooked cutlets and drain on a wire rack to remove excess oil. Fry in batches as needed to maintain oil temperature.
  6. Assemble the Sandwich: Slice the baguette portions lengthwise. Spread a generous layer of the reserved Caesar dressing on the inside of each baguette slice. Place a crispy chicken cutlet on the bottom half, then top with a generous amount of Caesar salad. Sprinkle extra grated Parmesan cheese on top. Close the sandwich and serve immediately, ideally accompanied by fries or your favorite side.

Notes

  • For even cooking, make sure chicken cutlets are of uniform thickness before breading.
  • Use fresh Parmesan cheese for more authentic taste and better melting.
  • When frying, do not overcrowd the pan to keep the oil temperature consistent and ensure crispiness.
  • Leftover Caesar dressing can be refrigerated and used as a dip or salad dressing within 3 days.
  • Feel free to substitute the baguette with ciabatta or your favorite crusty bread.

Keywords: Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, Chicken Cutlet Sandwich, Caesar Salad Sandwich, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Homemade Caesar Dressing

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