Description
A fun twist on classic flavors, this Chicken Caesar Waffle Sandwich features crispy waffles filled with seasoned chicken and a zesty Caesar salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron to a medium setting. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, celery, onion, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk together the eggs, chicken broth, and melted butter until fully combined. Pour this mixture over the bread mixture, tossing until evenly coated.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron. Spoon about 1 cup of the stuffing mixture onto the center and shut the iron, letting it work for 5 to 8 minutes until golden brown. Repeat until you have made eight waffles.
- Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create four thin cutlets. Rub them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear the chicken for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Toss the chopped romaine with the Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan until evenly coated.
- Assemble the sandwiches by placing one stuffing waffle on a plate, layering it with sliced chicken, a scoop of Caesar salad, and a sprinkle of shaved Parmesan. Top with another waffle.
Notes
Feel free to customize the recipe with extra toppings or alternative proteins. Make variations gluten-free or vegetarian as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 160mg