Chicken Caesar Sandwich (Printable view)
Juicy grilled chicken with crisp romaine and creamy Caesar dressing on toasted bread.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Preparation
01 - 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - ½ tsp salt
04 - ¼ tsp black pepper
05 - ½ tsp garlic powder
→ Caesar Dressing
06 - ⅓ cup mayonnaise
07 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
09 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
10 - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
→ Sandwich Assembly
12 - 4 ciabatta rolls or crusty sandwich buns, sliced
13 - 2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
14 - ½ cup shaved Parmesan
15 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
16 - 4 tbsp butter, softened
# Steps:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, approximately 375°F.
02 - Rub chicken breasts thoroughly with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder on all sides.
03 - Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain.
04 - While chicken grills, whisk together mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
05 - Butter the cut sides of the rolls and toast on grill or pan for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
06 - Spread a generous layer of Caesar dressing on each roll bottom. Layer with shredded romaine, sliced chicken, shaved Parmesan, and cherry tomatoes if using. Top with roll and slice in half diagonally.
07 - Serve sandwiches immediately while bread remains crispy and chicken is still warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The homemade dressing comes together in minutes and tastes infinitely better than anything store-bought
- Everything can be prepped ahead, making these perfect for quick lunches or casual dinners
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- Letting the chicken rest before slicing is crucial or all those juices will end up on your cutting board instead of in your sandwich
- Adding tomatoes right before serving prevents your bread from getting soggy
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- If your grill is hot enough, youll get gorgeous char marks on the chicken that add another layer of flavor
- Buttering and toasting both sides of the bun creates a waterproof barrier that keeps everything crisp