Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich
A quick and fancy Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwich, perfect for brunch, weeknight dinners, or picnics, combining flaky croissants with a creamy chicken salad.
Ingredients
For the Sandwich
- 4 pieces croissants, halved Use fresh, flaky croissants.
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped Rotisserie chicken works well.
- ½ cup Caesar dressing Use high-quality jarred or homemade.
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese Plus extra shavings for garnish.
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Optional — adds brightness.
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup romaine lettuce, chopped Create a crisp barrier.
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, sliced Optional.
- 1 piece lemon wedges Optional, for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place cooked chicken in a medium bowl and shred or chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Add Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan, Dijon (if using), garlic powder, and black pepper to the chicken. Stir until evenly coated and adjust salt or pepper to taste.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally and place the bottom halves on plates.
- Divide the chopped romaine among the bottom croissants to create a moisture barrier.
- Evenly distribute the chicken Caesar mixture over the lettuce. Add sliced cherry tomatoes if desired.
- Top with the croissant halves and garnish with extra Parmesan shavings and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For substitutions, use leftover roasted chicken, Greek yogurt-based Caesar dressing, or gluten-free croissants. Assemble just before serving to avoid sogginess.