Chicken Caesar Sandwiches Recipe
These Chicken Caesar Sandwiches combine crispy, golden-breaded chicken cutlets with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing, garlicky buttered toasted bread, and fresh romaine lettuce for a flavorful and satisfying handheld meal. Perfect for lunch or a casual dinner, this recipe blends classic Caesar salad elements with a crispy fried chicken sandwich experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the chicken cutlets:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 egg, whisked with a splash of milk
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the garlic butter:
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, slightly melted
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
For the Caesar dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To assemble:
- 4 hoagies or baguette rolls
- 3–4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped or shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken cutlets: Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into 4-6 thin cutlets. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, a splash of milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and Panko. Dip each cutlet into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the cutlets: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a shallow pan over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken cutlets for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix together melted salted butter, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Toast the bread: Slice the hoagies or baguettes lengthwise. Spread the garlic butter generously on the inside halves of each roll. Place the bread under a broiler or in a 450°F oven for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is toasted and slightly golden.
- Prepare the Caesar dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, grated garlic, and salt and pepper in a bowl or mason jar until smooth.
- Toss the salad: In a large salad bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with 3-4 tablespoons of the prepared Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Layer the fried chicken cutlets on the toasted bread, add a generous portion of the dressed romaine lettuce, and top with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter option, bake chicken cutlets instead of frying to reduce oil content.
- Anchovy paste is key for authentic Caesar dressing flavor but can be omitted or substituted with capers for a less intense taste.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in both the butter and dressing.
- Leftover sandwiches can be wrapped tightly and refrigerated for up to one day but are best enjoyed fresh to keep bread crispy.
- Feel free to add sliced tomatoes or crispy bacon for extra layers of flavor.
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