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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe

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This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines juicy, breaded chicken cutlets fried to golden perfection with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing and fresh romaine lettuce, all nestled in a crusty French baguette. It’s a deliciously satisfying sandwich that offers the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with the hearty comfort of crispy chicken, perfect for a flavorful lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Caesar Dressing

  • ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon 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

  • 5 chicken cutlets (see note 1)
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Flour Mixture

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika

Egg Mixture

  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Breadcrumbs Mixture

  • ¾ cup panko crumbs
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Assembly

  • 2 romaine hearts, chopped
  • 1–2 French baguettes
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Caesar dressing and salad: In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, black pepper, and sea salt until smooth and creamy. Take 4-5 tablespoons of this dressing and combine it with the chopped romaine lettuce in a medium bowl. Cover both the dressed lettuce and the remaining dressing separately and refrigerate for later use.
  2. Prepare the chicken cutlets: Lay the chicken cutlets on a cutting board and, if uneven in thickness, gently pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin to ensure even cooking. Season both sides with sea salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Set up the breading station: Arrange three shallow plates: one with the flour mixture (flour, salt, smoked paprika), the second with whisked eggs and salt, and the third with the breadcrumb mixture (panko, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, black pepper, sea salt, dried oregano, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese).
  4. Bread the chicken: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly. Repeat for all cutlets.
  5. Fry the chicken: When the oil is hot (around 175-180°C or 350-360°F), carefully place the coated chicken cutlets into the pan without overcrowding. Fry each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F). Remove and drain on a wire rack.
  6. Assemble the sandwiches: Slice the baguettes into approximately 12 cm (5 inch) portions and cut lengthwise. Spread a layer of reserved Caesar dressing on each bread portion, place a crispy chicken cutlet on top, then add a generous amount of the dressed romaine salad. Sprinkle with additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Close the sandwiches and serve immediately, ideally with fries or your favorite side.

Notes

  • If starting with whole chicken thighs or breasts instead of pre-cut chicken cutlets, slice them horizontally and pound to even thickness.
  • To avoid sogginess, assemble the sandwich just before serving and consider lightly toasting the baguette.
  • Maintain the oil temperature around 175-180°C (350-360°F) to ensure crisp, evenly cooked chicken without burning the breading.
  • The chicken is fully cooked at an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
  • Gluten free substitutions can be made by using gluten free flour and breadcrumbs.

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