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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich That Will Brighten Your Day

This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich combines juicy chicken with tangy Caesar dressing, making it the perfect lunch option.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour seasoned with salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder increase for more punch
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 2 Large Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs for crispiness
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil for frying
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce optional
For the Assembly
  • 4 cups Chopped Romaine Lettuce
  • 4 buns Sandwich Buns (Brioche or preferred) or gluten-free if needed

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Meat mallet
  • shallow dishes
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pound chicken to 1/2-inch thickness and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: flour, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with Parmesan.
  3. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with panko mixture.
  4. Fry chicken in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Make the dressing by whisking together mayo, Parmesan, lemon juice, mustard, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Toast buns by buttering and heating until golden.
  7. Assemble the sandwich: spread dressing, add romaine, then crispy chicken, topping with more Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Keep fried chicken warm in the oven while assembling multiple sandwiches for best results.

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