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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe Made Easy Recipe

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This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich recipe combines tender, breaded chicken cutlets with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing and fresh romaine, all layered in a crusty French baguette for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Dressing

  • 1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 12 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of sea salt

Chicken

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

Flour Mixture

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 tsp smoked paprika

Egg Mixture

  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Breadcrumb Mixture

  • 3/4 cup panko crumbs
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Sandwich Assemblage

  • 2 romaine hearts (chopped)
  • 12 French baguettes
  • Extra Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Instructions

  1. Make Caesar Dressing: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, Worcestershire, lemon juice, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper to make Caesar dressing. Refrigerate.
  2. Prepare Salad: Toss chopped romaine with 4–5 tbsp of dressing and chill separately.
  3. Prepare Chicken: Pound chicken cutlets evenly. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Set up Breading Stations: Prepare 3 bowls: flour + paprika, whisked eggs + salt, and breadcrumb mix with Parmesan and herbs.
  5. Bread Chicken: Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then press into breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  6. Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium. Fry cutlets 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack.
  7. Assemble Sandwich: Slice baguette into 5″ portions. Spread dressing, add crispy chicken, top with Caesar salad and Parmesan.
  8. Serve: Close sandwiches and serve warm with fries or chips.

Notes

  • See note for details on chicken cutlets used.