Description
Buttery croissants filled with shredded chicken in creamy Caesar dressing, crisp Romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes. A satisfying mix of textures and tastes awaits you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large croissants, halved
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the Caesar dressing. Stir well until the chicken is thoroughly coated.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and cook for about 3-5 minutes until heated through. Stir occasionally.
- Cut each croissant in half horizontally. Butter the inner side of each half lightly with unsalted butter.
- Place the buttery side down on the skillet and toast the croissants until they are golden brown, approximately 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- On the bottom half of each toasted croissant, layer evenly with chopped Romaine lettuce.
- Spoon the warm, seasoned chicken mixture over the lettuce.
- Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top of the chicken.
- Add cherry tomato halves for an extra burst of flavor.
- Season with a pinch of salt and pepper for taste.
- Place the top half of the croissant over the filling to complete the sandwich.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper for extra flavor.
- Substitute any leftover roasted or grilled chicken.
- Add avocado slices for a creamier texture.
- Use whole wheat croissants for a healthier version.
- Pair with a crisp white wine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken caesar, croissant sandwich, lunch recipe, easy sandwich, chicken recipe