Description
A crispy, juicy chicken sandwich loaded with creamy Caesar dressing, crisp romaine lettuce, and shaved Parmesan — the perfect fusion of a Caesar salad and a crunchy chicken sandwich.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (butterflied and pounded evenly)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 4 sandwich buns or brioche rolls
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- For the Caesar Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
- In a shallow dish, mix flour, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, and onion powder.
- Remove chicken from marinade and dip each piece in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to coat. Dip in beaten egg, then again in the flour mixture for an extra-crispy coating.
- Heat about ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all Caesar sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Toast buns lightly in a skillet or oven for extra crunch.
- Assemble the sandwiches: spread Caesar sauce on the top and bottom buns, add fried chicken, romaine lettuce, and shaved Parmesan. Drizzle with extra sauce if desired.
- Serve immediately with fries or a side salad.
Notes
- For a lighter version, bake or air fry the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.
- Add crispy bacon for an even more indulgent sandwich.
- Use pre-made Caesar dressing if short on time.
- Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier version.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course / Sandwich
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American