Chicken Caesar Sandwich (Printable Version)
Juicy grilled chicken with crisp romaine and creamy Caesar dressing on toasted golden ciabatta rolls
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
→ Caesar Dressing
06 - ⅓ cup mayonnaise
07 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
09 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon 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
16 - 4 tablespoons butter, softened
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even coating.
03 - Place chicken on grill and cook 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.
04 - While chicken cooks, 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 each roll generously. Place butter-side down on grill or in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy, approximately 2–3 minutes.
06 - Spread a generous layer of Caesar dressing on the toasted bottom half of each roll. Layer with shredded romaine, sliced grilled chicken, shaved Parmesan, and cherry tomatoes. Top with the remaining bun half.
07 - Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately while chicken is still warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The grilled chicken stays juicy while getting those gorgeous char marks that add smoky depth to every bite
- Everything you love about Caesar salad but actually portable and way less messy to eat
02 -
- The resting period after grilling is non negotiable. Cutting into the chicken immediately will let all those juices escape onto your cutting board instead of staying in the sandwich.
- Toast the rolls until they are genuinely golden and crisp. Soft bread will turn mushy the moment that dressing hits it.
03 -
- Grill an extra chicken breast while you are at it. The leftovers make incredible salads or wraps for lunch the next day.
- If your ciabatta rolls are especially thick use your fingers to pull out some of the soft interior bread before toasting. This prevents the bread to filling ratio from feeling overwhelming.