Description

Crunchy Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines golden, crispy chicken cutlets, tangy Caesar dressing, crisp romaine lettuce, and Parmesan on toasted buns. It’s a handheld version of the classic Caesar salad—crunchy, creamy, garlicky, and satisfying in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 lb chicken breasts, cutlet-thin (or thighs) (4–6 cutlets)

1 1/2 tsp kosher salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs, beaten with 1 tbsp water

1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs (or crushed croutons)

Neutral oil for shallow fry (or cooking spray for air fry)

3 cups romaine lettuce, shredded

1/2 cup Parmesan, finely grated (plus shaves for garnish)

Buns (brioche or potato), split (4–6)

Caesar Dressing:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp anchovy paste (or extra Parmesan)

1 small clove garlic, grated

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Make the dressing: whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, Worcestershire, anchovy paste (or Parmesan), garlic, pepper, and olive oil until creamy. Chill 20–30 minutes.

2. Pound chicken cutlets even; season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat with panko or crushed croutons.

3. Cook chicken: shallow-fry at 350°F until golden and 165°F internal temp; or air fry 390–400°F for 10–12 minutes; or bake at 425°F for 14–18 minutes.

4. Toast buns: butter and toast cut sides until lightly golden.

5. Toss shredded romaine with a little dressing and Parmesan.

6. Assemble: spread dressing on buns, add hot crispy chicken, pile dressed romaine, sprinkle Parmesan shaves, and top with bun.

Notes

Rest breaded cutlets 10 minutes before cooking for better crunch.

Mix Parmesan into breadcrumbs for extra flavor.

Keep lettuce cold and dry; dress just before assembly.

Toast buns to golden for structure and clean bites.

Adjust Caesar dressing with more lemon for zip or anchovy for depth.

Store components separately and re-crisp chicken before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner, Sandwich
Method: Frying, Air Fryer, Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 520
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 950 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 34 g
Cholesterol: 95 mg