Description

This Crispy Chicken Caesar Sandwich features perfectly breaded and fried chicken cutlets layered with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing, crisp romaine lettuce, and freshly grated Parmesan, all nestled inside a crunchy French baguette. The sandwich delivers a harmonious blend of crunchy textures, rich flavors, and fresh tastes, making it an irresistible meal for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Caesar Dressing

½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoon Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1–2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Pinch sea salt

Chicken

5 chicken cutlets
Sea salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste
Oil for frying

Flour Mixture

⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon smoked paprika

Egg Mixture

2 eggs
¼ teaspoon salt

Breadcrumbs Mixture

¾ cup panko crumbs
¼ cup breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Assembly

2 romaine hearts, chopped
1–2 French baguettes
Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (for garnish)

Instructions

Make the Dressing & Salad: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and sea salt until smooth and creamy. Take 4-5 tablespoons of this dressing and toss it with the chopped romaine lettuce in a separate medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate both the dressing and the dressed lettuce separately to chill.
Prep the Chicken Cutlets: Lay the chicken cutlets on a cutting board and gently pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin to ensure even thickness for uniform cooking. Season both sides generously with salt and ground black pepper.
Set up the Breading Station: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with the flour, salt, and smoked paprika mixed together; the second with the eggs whisked with salt; the third with combined panko crumbs, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, black pepper, sea salt, dried oregano, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Bread the Chicken: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Take each chicken cutlet and first dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly. Repeat for all cutlets.
Fry Until Crispy: Once the oil reaches approximately 175-180°C (350-360°F) (test by dropping a few breadcrumbs to see if they sizzle), carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets into the pan without overcrowding. Fry for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F). Remove and drain excess oil on a wire rack to keep the crust crisp.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice baguettes into 12 cm (5-inch) portions and cut each lengthwise open. Spread a layer of the reserved Caesar dressing on the inside of the bread, place a crispy chicken cutlet on top, add a generous amount of the chilled dressed romaine lettuce, and sprinkle with additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Close the sandwiches and serve immediately for the best crispy and fresh experience.

Notes

If starting with whole chicken breasts or thighs instead of pre-cut cutlets, slice horizontally and pound to even thickness for faster, even cooking.
To prevent sogginess, assemble sandwiches just before serving. Lightly toasting the baguette beforehand enhances texture and flavor.
Maintain the oil temperature around 175-180°C (350-360°F) during frying; too hot burns the breading, too low prevents crispiness. Use a thermometer if possible.
Rest fried chicken on a wire rack instead of paper towels to avoid steaming and losing crispness.
For a milder cheese flavor, Parmesan may be swapped with Grana Padano in the breading or dressing.
You can substitute soy sauce or a dash of fish sauce for Worcestershire sauce if unavailable.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Sandwich
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chicken Caesar Sandwich, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Homemade Caesar Dressing, Fried Chicken Cutlets, French Baguette Sandwich