Ingredients
4 sub rolls for the base of your sandwiches
1 lb chicken tenderloins (tenderized) provides the main protein
2 heads romaine lettuce (washed, dried, chopped) adds fresh crunch
Fresh grated parmesan cheese to sprinkle and enhance flavor
Lemon juice for a bright, tangy kick
Caesar dressing (for salad) to dress the lettuce mix
1/2 cup Caesar dressing (for breading) helps coat the chicken
Breadcrumbs or panko crumbs (for breading) creates the crispy exterior
Flour (for breading) for the initial dredging step
Avocado oil (for frying) keeps the chicken golden and not too greasy
2 heads garlic (roasted) for making the garlic butter
1 tbsp finely chopped parsley adds a fresh herb note to the butter
8 tbsp unsalted butter (softened) base for the garlic butter
1/8 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese mixed into the garlic butter
Salt and pepper (to taste) seasons the butter and other elements
Olive oil for roasting the garlic, about 1-2 tablespoons as needed
2 tbsp water to mix with Caesar dressing for breading
Instructions
1-Getting Started with Garlic Butter and Rolls: First, if youโre going for that extra flavor boost, prepare the garlic butter. Preheat your oven to 425ยฐF, cut the garlic heads across the middle, place them cut side down on foil, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then bake for 30-45 minutes until the cloves are golden brown. Once done, squeeze the cloves into a bowl, add 8 tbsp softened unsalted butter, 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley, 1/8 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper to taste, then mix it all together and set it aside.
Next, preheat the oven to 350ยฐF for the rolls. Slice and slightly hollow out the 4 sub rolls, spread the garlic butter inside each one, and sprinkle extra parmesan cheese inside. Place them open side up on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until theyโre golden and toasted. If you want them even crispier, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.
2-Breading and Frying the Chicken: Now, set up your breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with 1/2 cup Caesar dressing mixed with 2 tbsp water, and one with breadcrumbs or panko. Dip each of the 1 lb tenderized chicken tenderloins first into the flour, then into the Caesar dressing mixture, and finally coat them thoroughly with the breadcrumbs.
Heat avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat test if itโs ready by sprinkling in a pinch of breadcrumbs; if they sizzle, youโre good to go. Fry the breaded chicken until itโs golden brown on each side, then drain the excess oil on paper towels. This step usually takes about 4-5 minutes per side, but keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.
3-Assembling Your Sandwich: While the chicken rests, prepare the salad by tossing the chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing, adding fresh lemon juice and extra grated parmesan cheese for that flavor punch. To put it all together, place a fried chicken cutlet on the bottom half of a toasted garlic roll, top with the romaine salad, sprinkle more parmesan, and finish with the top half of the roll. For a lighter option, you can bake the chicken at 400ยฐF for about 20 minutes instead of frying.
Last Step:
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๐ Gently flatten chicken tenderloins to maintain tenderness without over-pressing.
๐ฅ Test oil temperature by sprinkling breadcrumbs; sizzling means ready.
๐ Enhance Caesar dressing flavor with fresh lemon juice and extra parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
