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Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich

This Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich keeps everything you love about a classic Caesar: creamy dressing, crisp romaine, salty parmesan, soft bread but swaps fried chicken for juicy grilled chicken. It’s simpler, healthier, and perfect for everyday lunches or dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, sandwiches and sliders
Cuisine American, Fusion
Servings 3
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Caesar Dressing

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 4 –5 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Romaine lettuce

For the Grilled Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced horizontally in half
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oil for cooking

For Assembling the Sandwich

  • Ciabatta or small baguette use any fresh bakery bread you love
  • Pickled red peppers
  • Caesar dressing
  • Freshly grated Parmesan

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice.
  • Mix until smooth and creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
  • Season with salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and soy sauce.
  • Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until fully cooked and lightly golden.
  • Let rest before assembling.
  • Chop the romaine lettuce.
  • Add only 2–3 tablespoons of Caesar dressing and toss lightly until coated (see notes).
  • The lettuce should remain crisp and lightly dressed, not heavy or soggy.
  • Slice the ciabatta or baguette.
  • Spread Caesar dressing on both sides of the bread.
  • Add grilled chicken (one or two pieces).
  • Layer pickled red peppers.
  • Add the lightly dressed Caesar lettuce.
  • Grate more fresh Parmesan over the top.
  • Close and press gently.

Notes

This dressing recipe makes enough to:
  • Spread generously on both sides of the bread
  • Use 2–3 tablespoons to mix with the lettuce
  • Save extra for dipping or storing
Do not mix all the dressing into the lettuce or it will become overly dressed and soggy.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcal
Keyword caesar salad, chicken caesar sandwich, crispy chicken sandwich, grilled chicken sandwich
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