Description
A crunchy, flavorful Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich featuring golden fried chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and creamy Caesar dressing — all stacked inside a toasted bun for the ultimate lunch or dinner treat.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise (to make 4 fillets)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Oil for frying
- 4 sandwich buns or brioche rolls
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for toasting buns)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for extra tenderness).
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (about 1 inch deep).
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and coat evenly in the flour mixture. Press to ensure the coating sticks well.
- Fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 74°C / 165°F). Transfer to a wire rack to stay crispy.
- In a bowl, toss chopped romaine with Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese.
- Toast the sandwich buns lightly in butter on a skillet until golden.
- Assemble sandwiches: place crispy chicken on the bottom bun, top with dressed lettuce, and add the top bun.
- Serve immediately for the perfect crunch and flavor!
Notes
- For a lighter version, bake the chicken at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes or air fry for 15 minutes.
- Add crispy bacon for an extra flavor boost.
- Use homemade Caesar dressing with anchovies for a more authentic taste.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American