This delectable Chicken Caesar Salad Sandwich brings together juicy seasoned chicken tenderloins, creamy Caesar dressing, and garlic-infused goodness all on a crispy toasted Italian garlic bread. With each bite, you’ll experience a satisfying crunch, transforming your sandwich into a gourmet delight that any sandwich lover would appreciate!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
🍗 4 chicken tenderloins
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌿 1 teaspoon adobo
🌶️ 1 packet sazon
🌱 1 teaspoon parsley
🍞 1 cup seasoned flour
🥚 1 egg
🍞 1 cup bread crumbs
🧈 2 tablespoons chicken coating
For the Garlic Butter:
🧄 4 cloves roasted garlic
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🌿 1 tablespoon parsley
🍋 1 teaspoon lemon squeeze
For the Salad:
🥬 2 cups green lettuce, chopped
🧀 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
🍶 3 tablespoons creamy Caesar dressing
For the Bread:
🍞 4 slices Italian bread
🧄 2 tablespoons Italian garlic butter
🧀 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
1- Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat oven or air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken tenderloins with garlic powder, onion powder, adobo, sazon, and parsley. Ensure the chicken is well seasoned.
- Coat each tenderloin with seasoned flour, dip in beaten egg, and then coat with bread crumbs and chicken coating.
2- Cook the Chicken:
- Place coated tenderloins on a baking sheet or in the air fryer basket.
- Bake or air fry for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
3- Prepare Garlic Butter:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
- Add roasted garlic, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Stir well and set aside.
4- Make the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine chopped green lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and creamy Caesar dressing. Toss until evenly coated.
5- Toast the Bread:
- Spread Italian garlic butter on each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Toast in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) or a skillet until golden brown and crispy.
6- Assemble the Sandwich:
- On a toasted bread slice, layer Caesar salad, followed by crispy chicken tenderloins.
- Drizzle garlic butter over the top of the chicken.
- Top with another slice of toasted bread.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: Approximately 650 per serving
Proteins: 42g
Fats: 28g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Equipment:
- Baking sheet or air fryer
- Mixing bowls
- Small saucepan
- Skillet
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure your chicken tenderloins are fully dry before seasoning to help the coating adhere better.
- Toasting the bread until it's golden provides a perfect crunch that mimics the texture of a crunchy crouton.
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