Description
Experience the delight of a Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich, where flaky croissants embrace crispy, golden-fried chicken and a rich, tangy Caesar dressing. This gourmet twist on the classic salad is perfect for lunch or dinner, combining a satisfying crunch with creamy flavors. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this sandwich can be customized to fit your taste. With straightforward preparation steps and accessible ingredients, even novice cooks can create this indulgent comfort food at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 croissants
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 4–5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Olive oil (for dressing)
- Panko breadcrumbs (for topping)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in a mixture of egg, flour, cornstarch, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare toasted panko by melting butter in a pan and cooking panko until golden brown.
- Blend Caesar dressing ingredients until smooth and set aside.
- Fry marinated chicken in preheated canola oil until golden brown and cooked through.
- Assemble sandwiches by spreading Caesar dressing on toasted croissants, topping with crispy chicken and mixed Caesar salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize toppings with extras like avocado or bacon. For a healthier option, consider grilling the chicken instead of frying.