Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Favorite
This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining juicy marinated chicken, creamy homemade Caesar dressing, and fresh romaine lettuce all nestled between crusty bread. Perfect for any occasion, this sandwich is not only incredibly satisfying but also quick and easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weekdays or weekend gatherings. With customizable toppings and simple ingredients, you can tailor this dish to suit your taste preferences while ensuring a wholesome meal. Enjoy the crispy goodness that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 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 one hour.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Fry the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese for the dressing.
- Toast bread until golden brown.
- Assemble the sandwich by spreading dressing on one side of each slice of bread; layer with lettuce and fried chicken.
- Add optional toppings like sliced tomatoes or crispy turkey bacon before finishing with another slice of bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg