Description
A delectable fusion of crispy fried chicken, creamy homemade Caesar dressing, and fresh romaine lettuce, all nestled within a buttery, flaky croissant. This sandwich offers a gourmet twist on the classic Caesar salad, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon garlic salt
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1 tablespoon paprika
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½ tablespoon cayenne pepper
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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3 eggs
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 tablespoons hot sauce
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2 chicken thighsThe Feedfeed
For the Caesar Dressing:
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½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon crushed capers
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3 anchovy fillets, crushed
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
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Dash of Worcestershire sauce
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Dash of Tabasco sauce
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3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheeseThe Feedfeedkingcooks+1What’s Mom Cookin’+1Litehouse Foods+4leckerrecipes+4SavorySplash+4
For Assembly:
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2 freshly chopped iceberg lettuce leaves
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2 croissants
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1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
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In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
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In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and hot sauce.
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Dip each chicken thigh into the egg mixture, then dredge in the seasoned flour, ensuring an even coating.
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Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken thighs until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Prepare the Caesar Dressing:
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In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, crushed capers, crushed anchovies, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce.
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Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
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Assemble the Sandwich:
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Slice the croissants in half horizontally.
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Spread a generous amount of Caesar dressing on the bottom half of each croissant.
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Place a fried chicken thigh on top of the dressing.
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Top with chopped iceberg lettuce and drizzle with additional Caesar dressing.
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Place the top half of the croissant over the filling
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Toast the Croissants:
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In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet and toast until the croissants are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Notes
For a lighter version, consider using grilled chicken breasts instead of fried thighs.
Ensure the croissants are fresh and flaky for the best texture.
Customize the Caesar dressing by adding more or less garlic and anchovies to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying, Toasting
- Cuisine: American