Chicken Caesar Waffle Sandwich (Printable Format)

Grilled chicken and romaine layered between savory stuffing waffles for a tasty hand-held meal.

# What's Needed:

→ 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 tsp dried sage
06 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

→ Chicken

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

→ Caesar Salad Filling

17 - 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
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

# How To Make It:

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, then pour over bread mixture and toss until evenly coated and moist but not soggy. Lightly grease waffle iron, spoon about 1 cup of mixture onto center, close iron, and cook for 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 into 4 thin cutlets. Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Allow to rest, then slice.
03 - Toss chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan cheese until well coated. Add cherry tomatoes if desired.
04 - Place a stuffing waffle on a plate, layer with sliced chicken breast, a generous scoop of Caesar salad filling, and shaved Parmesan. Top with another stuffing waffle and freshly ground black pepper. Repeat to create 4 sandwiches and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns leftovers into something completely new without feeling like youre just reheating dinner.
  • The waffles hold their shape and add a satisfying crunch that regular bread cant match.
  • You get all the flavors of a Caesar salad but in a format thats actually filling and fun to eat.
  • Its impressive enough for brunch guests but easy enough for a weekday lunch.
02 -
  • Dont overfill the waffle iron or the stuffing will spill out and make a mess, less is more here.
  • Let the waffles cool on a wire rack instead of stacking them or theyll steam and lose their crispness.
  • If the chicken is too thick it wont cook evenly, so slicing it horizontally is not optional.
  • Dress the salad right before assembling or the lettuce will wilt and the whole sandwich will be soggy.
03 -
  • Use a pastry brush to spread melted butter on the waffle iron grates for even browning and easy release.
  • If you want extra crispy waffles, let them cook an extra minute or two beyond what seems done.
  • Grill the chicken over medium-high heat instead of high to avoid drying it out while still getting good color.
  • Shave the Parmesan with a vegetable peeler for thin, delicate ribbons that melt slightly on the warm waffles.
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