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Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Irresistible Chicken Caesar Sandwich with a Crunchy Twist

This Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines creamy dressing, crispy chicken, and fresh Romaine for a delicious handheld meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 fillets Anchovy or omit for fish-free
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard optional
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce omit for vegetarians
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed black pepper
Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 pound Thin sliced chicken cutlets or baked tofu/tempeh
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Eggs or flaxseed egg
  • 1 cup Italian bread crumbs or gluten-free bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup Olive oil for frying
Sandwich Assembly Ingredients
  • 2 cups Shredded Romaine lettuce
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan optional topping
  • 1 large Baguette cut into 4 pieces
  • 1 large Garlic clove for rubbing on toasted bread

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Broiler

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. Combine minced garlic, anchovy fillets, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl. Whisk until smooth, then stir in mayonnaise and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Chicken Cooking
  1. Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Set up dredging station with flour, whisked eggs, and breadcrumbs. Dip cutlets in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumbs.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken cutlets for 5-8 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Baguette Preparation
  1. Cut baguette into 4 pieces and split each lengthwise. Brush cut sides with olive oil and broil for 2-3 minutes until golden. Rub toasted sides with garlic.
Sandwich Assembly
  1. Toss shredded Romaine with dressing and half of the Parmesan. Spread dressing on toasted baguette, layer chicken, more dressing, and remaining Parmesan. Close sandwich, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy the Chicken Caesar Sandwich right after assembly or wrap for later. Assemble immediately before serving to avoid sogginess.

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