Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally into 4 cutlets)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 ciabatta rolls or baguette sections
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 head Romaine lettuce, washed and torn
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese (for assembly)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Pat the chicken cutlets dry and season both sides generously with the spice mix.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cutlets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove from heat and let rest.
- While the chicken rests, prepare the Caesar sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and creamy. Season with plenty of cracked black pepper.
- Slice the ciabatta rolls open. Spread the softened butter on the cut sides. Place them cut-side down in the same skillet used for the chicken (for extra flavor) or under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until golden and toasted.
- To assemble, spread a generous layer of Caesar sauce on both the top and bottom buns. Layer the bottom bun with romaine lettuce, followed by a warm chicken cutlet, and top with shaved Parmesan cheese. Close the sandwich and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, you can substitute half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. If you prefer a cold sandwich, chill the cooked chicken before assembling. This recipe is perfect for picnics; just wrap tightly in parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg