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Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich is a delightful combination of golden, crispy schnitzels, garlicky caesar dressing, and cheesy garlic bread, offering crunch and flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking tray
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs

Ingredients
  

GARLIC BREAD BAGUETTE

  • 4 small rolls mini sub, baguette, sourdough or pane di casa
  • 80 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon freshly minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf (Italian) parsley
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan or shaved if you prefer

CAESAR FILLING

  • 1 cup whole-egg mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon freshly minced garlic
  • 2 fillets anchovy, finely chopped optional
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 whole cos (romaine) lettuce or 2 baby cos lettuces, shredded
  • 4 pieces Freezer-Friendly Chicken Schnitzels, cooked
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan to serve

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven grill (broiler) to high.
  • Cut each roll in half lengthways.
  • Arrange the slices facing up on a baking tray.
  • Combine the butter with the garlic, parsley and salt.
  • Spread the garlic butter mixture over both cut sides of the rolls. Sprinkle both sides with parmesan.
  • Grill (broil) for 2–3 minutes or until crispy and golden.

Make the Caesar Filling

  • Add the mayonnaise, garlic, anchovies (if using), lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk to combine, then tumble the cos lettuce in. Toss with tongs to coat generously in the dressing.

Assemble and Serve

  • To assemble, pile the toasted rolls with the chicken schnitzels, caesar salad and a generous sprinkle of parmesan. Serve immediately.

Notes

Garlic butter can be made up to 5 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Caesar dressing can be made 2 days ahead. Garlic bread can be prepped and stored in the fridge for up to 1 day before grilling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Caesar salad, chicken sandwich, Comfort Food, Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, Garlic Bread
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