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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich That's Better Than Takeout

This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich offers all the classic Caesar goodness wrapped in a warm, crusty baguette.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Can also replace with sour cream if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Yellow mustard works in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 none lemon juice Fresh juice is ideal, bottled will do.
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated) Grana Padano is a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can replace fresh cloves.
  • to taste none Sea Salt & Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken cutlets Chicken thighs or tenders can work too.
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used.
  • 2 large eggs Consider a flaxseed meal mix as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup panko crumbs All-purpose breadcrumbs can be used if panko is unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley Fresh herbs can enhance the profile.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pinch garlic powder
Sandwich
  • 2 pieces French baguettes Ciabatta or sourdough are great alternatives.
  • 2 cups chopped romaine hearts Iceberg lettuce can be used instead.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat mallet
  • shallow plates
  • large skillet
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise, ¼ cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and the juice of ½ a lemon. Add ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 2 minced garlic cloves, and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth. Reserve 4–5 tablespoons for the sandwich, then mix the remaining dressing with 2 cups of chopped romaine hearts. Refrigerate both separately.
  2. Place 2 boneless chicken cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound the cutlets to an even thickness of about ½ inch. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Prepare three shallow plates for the breading process. In the first plate, mix ¾ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. In the second plate, whisk together 2 large eggs with a pinch of salt. For the third plate, combine 1 cup panko crumbs, ½ cup breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and another pinch of garlic powder.
  4. In a large skillet, heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 175-180°C (350-360°F). Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, coating fully, dip it in the egg mixture, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Fry for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). Transfer the chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  5. Slice 2 French baguettes lengthwise. Spread the reserved Caesar dressing evenly inside each baguette half. Layer the crispy chicken cutlets inside, and top generously with the Caesar salad mixture made earlier.
  6. Optionally, sprinkle additional shaved or grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor. Close the sandwich and press lightly to meld all ingredients together. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Assemble sandwiches right before serving to keep the crispy texture intact. Store leftover sandwiches in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze chicken cutlets separately for up to 2 months.

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