Chicken Caesar Waffle Sandwich (Print)

Grilled chicken and crisp romaine layered between savory stuffing waffles for a hearty lunch or brunch.

# Ingredients:

→ Stuffing Waffles

01 - 4 cups day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
02 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
03 - 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
04 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon dried sage
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Chicken

12 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
16 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Caesar Salad Filling

17 - 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
18 - 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
19 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
20 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

→ Assembly

21 - 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
22 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat waffle iron. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, celery, onion, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, chicken broth, and melted butter. Pour over bread mixture and toss until evenly moistened but not soggy. Lightly grease the waffle iron, spoon about 1 cup of mixture into center, close, and cook 5 to 8 minutes until golden and crisp. Repeat to make 8 waffles; transfer to wire rack to cool slightly.
02 - Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets. Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Let rest, then slice.
03 - In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan cheese until evenly coated. Add cherry tomatoes if desired.
04 - Place a stuffing waffle on a plate. Layer with sliced chicken, a generous portion of Caesar salad filling, and shaved Parmesan. Top with another waffle and finish with freshly ground black pepper. Repeat to make 4 sandwiches and serve immediately.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • The stuffing waffles are crispy outside and buttery inside, turning comfort food into something elegant enough to feel like you're treating yourself.
  • It's a one-plate meal that actually comes together in under an hour and leaves you feeling satisfied without the heaviness of a traditional sandwich.
  • You can prep the chicken and salad earlier in the day, making assembly a breeze when hunger strikes.
02 -
  • Don't oversaturate your stuffing mixture with broth; you want it moist enough to hold together but not wet enough to fall apart in the waffle iron.
  • Let your cooked waffles rest on a wire rack for a minute before assembly so they stay crispy and don't steam themselves into softness under the toppings.
03 -
  • Slice your chicken breasts horizontally before seasoning them; thinner cutlets cook faster and stay juicier than thick pieces.
  • If your waffle iron heats unevenly, rotate your stuffing mixture halfway through cooking so both sides get equally golden and crispy.
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