Description
A quick and delicious Chopped Chicken Caesar Salad Sandwich recipe combining tender cooked chicken with classic Caesar dressing, Parmesan, and crisp romaine lettuce, served on toasted sandwich rolls for a perfect no-cook lunch or light dinner option.
Ingredients
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Chicken Caesar Salad Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup finely chopped romaine lettuce
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Sandwich
- 4 sandwich rolls or ciabatta buns, toasted if desired
- Optional toppings: extra Parmesan cheese, tomato slices, or crispy bacon
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In a large bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, Caesar dressing, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the dressing and seasonings.
- Add cheese and lettuce: Gently fold in the grated Parmesan cheese and finely chopped romaine lettuce to the chicken mixture. This adds flavor and crunch to the filling.
- Season and assemble: Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Spoon the prepared chicken Caesar salad evenly onto the bottom halves of the sandwich rolls.
- Add optional toppings: If desired, add extra Parmesan cheese, tomato slices, or crispy bacon on top of the chicken mixture for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Serve the sandwiches: Place the top halves of the sandwich rolls over the filling, press gently, and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful shortcut.
- For extra crunch, stir in a few crushed croutons right before serving.
- This chicken Caesar filling also works great in lettuce wraps or as a dip served with crackers.
