Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwiches
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 sandwiches
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Calories
641 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwiches
Description
These Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwiches begin with boneless, skinless chicken breasts rubbed with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, then grilled until cooked through. The chicken is rested and sliced to retain juiciness. The accompanying baguette halves are grilled and rubbed with fresh garlic to add flavor and slight char.
The Caesar dressing blends grilled lemon juice, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, garlic, olive oil, and grated Parmesan cheese, adding a rich, savory tang. Chopped romaine lettuce and finely diced celery are tossed with this dressing along with additional grated Parmesan to create a crisp, creamy salad component.
Assembling the sandwich involves layering the romaine salad, sliced grilled chicken, fresh tomato slices, and shaved Parmesan on the garlic-rubbed baguette. The resulting sandwich balances smoky grilled chicken with bright, creamy dressing and fresh vegetables, delivering layered textures and flavors.
This sandwich works well for lunch or casual dinner, offering a satisfying combination of grilled protein, tangy dressing, and crunchy salad in a handheld format.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 2 chicken breast boneless and skinless
- 2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- salt Kosher salt
- black pepper Kosher salt
Baguette:
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 baguette halved crosswise and split open (leaving hinge intact)
Dressing:
- 1 lemon halved
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Salad:
- 4 oz. romaine lettuce chopped, heart
- 2 celery ribs finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Assemble:
- 2 Roma tomato sliced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
Instructions
- Heat grill to medium. Or you can use a grill pan and make this on the stove.
- Rub chicken with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried oregano.
Grill:
- Grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken shows 165°F, about 8 to 10 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Grill the lemon halves and the baguette, cut sides down, until nicely charred, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer the baguette to a cutting board and rub it with garlic cloves.
Make the dressing:
- Squeeze about 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice from the grilled lemon halves into a small bowl and whisk in with the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and anchovy paste. Gradually whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil until combined, and stir in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
Salad:
- In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine and celery with 1/4 cup dressing and the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan.
Assemble:
- Drizzle the remaining dressing on the baguette, layer with sliced grilled chicken, celery salad, and sliced tomatoes, and sprinkle with shaved parmesan. Cut each in half to make four sandwiches. Serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 641 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 641kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15g | 88% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1040mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 740mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 3027IU | 61% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 260mg | 26% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.