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Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich on a wooden board with fresh lettuce and iced tea in the background

Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich – Creamy, Crunchy, and Utterly Satisfying

Samantha
Creamy Caesar-dressed chicken, crisp romaine, and shaved Parmesan tucked into a buttery croissant—this Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich is a quick and crave-worthy lunch you’ll want on repeat. Perfect for using leftover or rotisserie chicken and ready in under 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large butter croissants
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • ½ cup Caesar dressing
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce shredded
  • ¼ cup shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
  • Cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prep the Chicken
    In a bowl, combine cooked chicken with Caesar dressing and black pepper. Mix well.
  • Step 2: Layer the Lettuce
    Slice croissants in half horizontally and layer the bottom half with shredded romaine.
  • Step 3: Assemble the Sandwich
    Spoon the Caesar chicken mixture on top of the lettuce. Add shaved Parmesan and top with the other half of the croissant.
  • Step 4: Serve Immediately or Chill
    Serve fresh or chill for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Secret Tips for the Perfect Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich

  1. Use slightly stale croissants – Day-old croissants are sturdier and hold up better to fillings without falling apart or becoming soggy.
  2. Add crushed croutons – For extra crunch and true Caesar salad vibes, sprinkle crushed garlic croutons inside the sandwich before serving.
  3. Warm then cool the croissant – Lightly warm the croissant in the oven for 2–3 minutes, then let it cool before filling. It boosts flakiness without melting the dressing.
  4. Chill your Caesar chicken mix – Let the chicken mixture chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before assembling for more cohesive flavor.
  5. Layer lettuce closest to the croissant – This acts as a barrier to prevent sogginess while keeping the texture crisp and fresh.
  6. Add a squeeze of lemon – Just a touch of lemon juice in your Caesar chicken brightens the whole sandwich and keeps it from tasting too heavy.
  7. Make it gourmet – Swap basic Parmesan for shaved Parmigiano Reggiano and use a croissant from your local bakery for an elevated twist.
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