Description
Savor the delight of our Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, a delicious twist on the classic favorite. This sandwich features marinated chicken breasts fried to golden perfection, complemented by a creamy homemade Caesar dressing that adds richness and flavor. Layered with fresh romaine lettuce and served on crusty bread, this meal is ideal for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying bite at home or an impressive dish to serve guests, this easy recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 slices of crusty bread (like ciabatta or sourdough)
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup additional grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: sliced tomatoes
- Optional: crispy bacon
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- Mix flour and seasonings in a shallow dish.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Toast bread slices until golden brown.
- Assemble sandwiches: spread dressing on bread, layer lettuce and chicken, add optional toppings, and finish with another slice of bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg