Description

This Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich is a quick and delicious meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in classic Caesar dressing with Parmesan cheese, romaine lettuce, and optional cherry tomatoes, all layered inside flaky, buttery croissants. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe combines the creamy, tangy flavors of a Caesar salad with the indulgent texture of a fresh croissant for an irresistible sandwich experience.

Ingredients

Chicken Caesar 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)

Sandwich Assembly

4 croissants, halved
Extra Parmesan shavings (for garnish)
Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Prepare the Caesar Chicken Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded or chopped chicken, Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard (if using), garlic powder, and black pepper.
Mix the Ingredients: Stir the mixture thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the dressing and seasonings.
Add Vegetables: Gently fold in the chopped romaine lettuce and sliced cherry tomatoes (if using) into the chicken mixture to evenly distribute.
Toast the Croissants: Halve the croissants and lightly toast them if desired, to add a slight crispiness and warmth.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Spoon the Caesar chicken filling generously onto the bottom half of each croissant.
Complete the Sandwich: Place the top half of the croissant over the filling to close the sandwich.
Garnish: Sprinkle extra Parmesan shavings on top of the filling or on the sandwich for enhanced flavor.
Serve: Serve the sandwiches with optional lemon wedges on the side for a fresh citrus squeeze to complement the flavors.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and added flavor.
To make the sandwiches more crisp, lightly toast the croissants before assembly.
Omit cherry tomatoes if preferred or substitute with thin cucumber slices for extra crunch.
Adjust the garlic powder and black pepper to taste for preferred seasoning level.
The Dijon mustard adds a subtle tang but is optional based on your preference.
Serve immediately for the best texture, as croissants can become soggy if stored assembled for too long.