Grilled Caesar Chicken Sandwich (Printable)

Flavorful grilled chicken sandwich with crisp romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, and Parmesan on toasted buns.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.1 pounds)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Sandwich Assembly

06 - 4 brioche or burger buns
07 - 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
08 - 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
09 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 1 small tomato, sliced (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and allow to reach optimal temperature.
02 - Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thinner, uniform cutlets for even cooking.
03 - Coat chicken cutlets evenly with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
04 - Place seasoned chicken on grill and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes.
05 - While chicken rests, place buns cut side down on grill for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
06 - Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
07 - Add romaine lettuce, grilled chicken cutlet, grated Parmesan cheese, and tomato slices if desired on top of dressing.
08 - Drizzle with additional Caesar dressing, place top bun half, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The whole thing comes together in the time it takes to stream two episodes, and you'll actually want to eat it hot.
  • Grilling the buns adds a smoky crunch that makes even average store-bought rolls taste intentional.
  • It's one of those rare sandwiches that feels indulgent but doesn't leave you sluggish an hour later.
02 -
  • Slicing the chicken breasts thin before grilling is the difference between a sandwich that fits in your hands and one that falls apart mid-bite.
  • Resting the chicken for five minutes after grilling keeps all the juices inside instead of spilling out onto your cutting board the second you slice it.
  • Toasting the buns isn't optional, soggy bread will ruin an otherwise perfect sandwich faster than anything else.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness instead of guessing, overcooked chicken turns this from great to just okay.
  • Grate your own Parmesan fresh, the pre-grated stuff doesn't melt the same way and the flavor is noticeably weaker.
  • If your grill runs hot, lower the heat slightly after the first flip to avoid burning the outside while the inside finishes cooking.
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