Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Favorite
If you’re in search of a meal that’s both comforting and delicious, the Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich is your answer! This delightful twist on a classic favorite features juicy, marinated chicken with a wonderfully crispy coating, paired with creamy homemade dressing and fresh romaine lettuce, all nestled between slices of crusty bread. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a relaxed family gathering, this sandwich is easy to make and sure to please everyone. With the flexibility to customize ingredients and toppings, you’ll find yourself making it over and over again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- 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
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 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 1 hour (overnight preferred) for added tenderness.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk; coat in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- For the dressing, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown.
- Assemble by spreading dressing on toasted bread, layering with lettuce and crispy chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg