Description
This Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich is the ultimate quick lunch—tender shredded chicken tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, layered with Romaine lettuce, Parmesan, and crushed croutons, all tucked into a warm, buttery croissant. Perfect for busy days or an easy brunch!
Ingredients
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2 croissants
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1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
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½ cup Caesar dressing
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup Romaine lettuce, chopped
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¼ cup croutons, crushed
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Slice croissants in half horizontally and place on a baking sheet, cut-side up.
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Drizzle with olive oil and toast in the oven for 5 minutes or until lightly golden.
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In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken and Caesar dressing.
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Add grated Parmesan and mix well.
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Chop Romaine lettuce and set aside.
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Remove croissants from oven and cool slightly.
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Layer the bottom halves with Caesar chicken mixture.
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Top with chopped Romaine and crushed croutons.
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Sprinkle black pepper and garlic powder.
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Add the top halves of the croissants and serve immediately.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep.
Add crispy bacon for extra indulgence.
Assemble just before serving to avoid sogginess.
Can be sliced into smaller portions for party platters.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Toasting, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg