Description
Crispy breaded chicken paired with romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, and toasted ciabatta or sourdough. A protein-packed, flavorful sandwich perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness1 cup panko breadcrumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 large eggs, beaten1/3 cup all-purpose flour4 ciabatta rolls or sourdough slices1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped1/2 cup Caesar dressing, plus more for drizzling2 tbsp olive oil1 tsp garlic powderSalt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Pound chicken to even 1/2-inch thickness and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.2. Set up breading station: flour, eggs, panko-Parmesan.3. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, coat with panko-Parmesan.4. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken 4-5 mins per side until golden and 165°F internal temp.5. Lightly toast bread. Spread Caesar dressing on bottom slice.6. Layer crispy chicken and chopped romaine, drizzle with extra dressing, close sandwich.7. Apply gentle pressure, serve immediately.
Notes
Best enjoyed immediately. Leftover chicken can be stored in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in air fryer or toaster oven to maintain crispiness. Assemble only what you plan to eat to avoid soggy bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 720
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 110