Description
Indulge in the crispy goodness of this Chicken Caesar Sandwich that combines tender chicken cutlets coated in a crunchy breadcrumb mixture with the classic flavors of Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese, all nestled in a toasted bun.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Cutlets:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Breadcrumb Mixture:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing
- 4 sandwich buns or brioche rolls
- 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
- Extra shaved Parmesan for topping
- Olive oil or cooking spray for baking or frying
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken cutlets in a bowl with buttermilk and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare Breadcrumb Coating: In a shallow dish, combine panko, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Chicken: Dredge the marinated chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a light coating of oil, or bake the breaded chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- Make Caesar Mayo: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Caesar dressing.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Toast the sandwich buns, then spread Caesar mayo on each side. Layer each bun with crispy chicken, shredded romaine, and shaved Parmesan. Top with the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add sliced tomatoes or crispy bacon for extra flavor.
- For a spicy version, mix a little hot sauce into the Caesar mayo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
