Description
This Chicken Caesar Sandwich recipe offers a quick and easy lunch option featuring crispy fried chicken cutlets, a creamy Caesar-style dressing, fresh romaine lettuce, and Parmesan cheese layered on toasted ciabatta bread. Optional additions like crispy beef bacon, ripe tomato, and red onion elevate the sandwich with complementary flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and flavorful meal in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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Caesar-style Dressing
- ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch sea salt
Chicken Cutlets
- 5 chicken cutlets
- Sea salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- Oil, for frying
- â…“ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt (for flour)
Sandwich Assembly
- 2 large ciabatta rolls (or favorite sturdy sandwich bread)
- 1 head crisp romaine lettuce, inner leaves preferred
- ¼ cup freshly shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: 4-6 slices crispy cooked beef bacon, crumbled
- Optional: 2-4 slices ripe tomato
- Optional: Thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
- Make Caesar-style Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed to balance creaminess and tang.
- Prepare Chicken Cutlets: Season chicken cutlets evenly with sea salt and ground black pepper. Dredge each cutlet thoroughly in a mixture of all-purpose flour and salt, coating all sides to create a light breading for frying.
- Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry chicken cutlets for 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown, crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil and rest. Once cooled slightly, slice or dice the chicken for sandwich assembly.
- Prepare Sandwich Components: Wash and dry romaine lettuce thoroughly; chop into bite-sized pieces. Slice ciabatta rolls lengthwise and lightly toast if desired for extra texture. Prepare additional Parmesan shavings for layering. If using, crisp beef bacon, crumble it, and slice tomato and red onion thinly.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread a generous layer of the prepared Caesar-style dressing on both halves of each ciabatta roll. Layer the bottom half with chopped romaine lettuce, followed by slices of cooked chicken cutlets. Drizzle extra dressing over the chicken, then sprinkle with additional Parmesan shavings and crumbled beef bacon if using. Add tomato slices and red onion as desired.
- Serve: Place the top half of the bread on the sandwich, gently press to hold the layers together, and cut the sandwich in half for easier handling. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Chicken Caesar Sandwich!
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality chicken cutlets for best flavor and texture.
- To make the sandwich lighter, substitute mayonnaise with extra Greek yogurt.
- Non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce maintains the classic flavor without alcohol.
- To ensure crisp chicken, do not overcrowd the skillet while frying.
- To add a smoky flavor, consider using smoked bacon or grilled chicken instead of frying.
- This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh but can be wrapped and stored in an airtight container for up to one day.
