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Chicken Caesar Sandwiches Recipe

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These Chicken Caesar Sandwiches feature crispy fried chicken cutlets layered with a fresh, creamy Caesar salad and garlic butter toasted bread, creating a flavorful and satisfying sandwich perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Cutlets

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 egg, whisked with a splash of milk
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Garlic Butter

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter, slightly melted
  • 2 tablespoons mayo
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2–3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

For the Caesar Dressing

  • ½ cup mayo
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Other

  • 4 hoagies or baguette rolls
  • 3–4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped or shredded

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken Cutlets: Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into 4-6 thin cutlets. In a small bowl, whisk the egg with a splash of milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Combine breadcrumbs and panko in another bowl. Dip each cutlet first into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumbs. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a shallow pan over medium-high heat. Fry the cutlets until golden brown and crispy, approximately 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  2. Make Garlic Butter and Toast Bread: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, mayo, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and Parmesan cheese to create the garlic butter. Split the hoagie or baguette rolls lengthwise and spread the garlic butter generously on the inner sides. Place the bread in a 450ºF oven or under the broiler and toast for about 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  3. Prepare Caesar Dressing and Salad: In a bowl or mason jar, whisk together mayo, sour cream or Greek yogurt, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, grated garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. In a large salad bowl, toss 3-4 tablespoons of the dressing with the chopped romaine lettuce until evenly coated.
  4. Assemble Sandwiches: Layer the toasted bread with crispy chicken cutlets, dressed romaine lettuce, and additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure oil temperature is medium-high to achieve crispy chicken cutlets without overcooking.
  • You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt in the dressing for a tangier taste and added protein.
  • If anchovy paste is unavailable, Worcestershire sauce can provide a similar umami flavor, though anchovy paste is preferred for authentic Caesar taste.
  • To make this sandwich lighter, use light mayo and reduce the butter in the garlic spread.
  • Chill the dressing for 30 minutes before tossing the salad for enhanced flavors.

Keywords: Chicken Caesar Sandwich, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Caesar Salad Sandwich, Garlic Butter Bread, Crispy Chicken Sandwich

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