Chicken Caesar Sandwich
Chicken Caesar Sandwich features tender grilled chicken, crisp romaine, and creamy Caesar dressing, on toasted bread. DELISH!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 1065kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ciabatta rolls sliced in half
- 2 tablespoons butter divided - or olive oil
- 4 chicken breasts - boneless, skinless
- 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese - grated
- ½ cup Caesar dressing store-bought or homemade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese - grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste or 4 anchovy filets
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- pinch salt
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Sauce
- Combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste (or anchovies), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a food processor or blender. Blend until combined.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while pulsing until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
- Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Before using, give the dressing a good stir to ensure it's well-mixed.
Sandwiches
- Preheat the skillet over medium heat.
- Drop 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil into the skillet and swirl until melted.
- Add two ciabatta rolls to the skillet with the insides down.
- Cook until the rolls are toasted to a golden brown.
- Remove the rolls and repeat with the remaining butter and rolls. Set the prepared rolls aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- With the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high.
- Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Once the chicken has rested, thinly slice it against the grain.
Assemble
- Spread a generous amount of Caesar dressing on the bottom half of each ciabatta roll.
- Top the dressing with chopped romaine lettuce, followed by sliced grilled chicken.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken, then place the top half of the ciabatta roll on top.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Optional: You can also add additional toppings like sliced tomatoes, crispy bacon, or avocado for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 1065kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 61g | Fat: 76g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 202mg | Sodium: 1675mg | Potassium: 1005mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 2mg | Net Carbohydrates: 31g