Description
This Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that combines the creamy goodness of Caesar dressing, shredded chicken, and crispy croissants. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s fresh, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Caesar Chicken Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie works great)
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, sliced (optional)
For Assembly:
- 4 croissants, halved
- Extra Parmesan shavings (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Caesar Filling:
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed and the chicken is fully coated. - Assemble the Sandwiches:
Open the croissants and layer the bottom half with chopped romaine lettuce. Spoon the chicken Caesar filling generously over the lettuce. Optionally, add sliced cherry tomatoes for extra freshness. - Top and Serve:
Place the top half of the croissant over the filling. Garnish with Parmesan shavings and serve with a lemon wedge on the side for a tangy kick. - Optional Serving Suggestion:
Pair with a side of fruit salad, chips, or a light soup for a well-rounded meal.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works wonderfully for this recipe, making it even quicker to prepare.
- You can add more veggies like cucumbers or onions if you’d like.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg