Chicken Caesar Waffle Sandwich (Printable Version)

A savory blend of grilled chicken, crisp romaine, and stuffing waffles ideal for a tasty lunch or brunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 Steps:

01 - Preheat waffle iron. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, celery, onion, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, chicken broth, and melted butter. Pour over bread mixture and toss until evenly moistened but not soggy. Lightly grease waffle iron. Spoon 1 cup filling onto center, close iron, and cook 5–8 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 each with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat 4–5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest, then slice.
03 - Toss chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan until evenly coated. Add halved cherry tomatoes if using.
04 - Place one stuffing waffle on a plate. Layer with sliced chicken, a generous scoop of Caesar salad, and shaved Parmesan. Top with another waffle and finish with freshly ground black pepper. Repeat to assemble 4 sandwiches. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels indulgent but comes together in under an hour, perfect for weekend brunch or a weeknight dinner that feels special.
  • The stuffing waffles stay crisp even under all that juicy chicken and creamy salad, no soggy bread disaster here.
  • You can prep the waffles ahead and freeze them, then toast straight from the freezer when hunger strikes.
  • Its playful enough to impress guests but simple enough that you wont stress over timing.
02 -
  • Dont skip the wire rack after cooking the waffles, setting them directly on a plate traps steam and turns them soggy.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking or all the juices will run out onto your cutting board instead of staying in the meat.
  • If your stuffing mixture feels too dry, add broth a tablespoon at a time, too wet and the waffles wont crisp up properly.
03 -
  • Use a waffle iron with deep pockets so the stuffing gets extra crispy edges, shallow irons make flat sad waffles.
  • If your Caesar dressing is too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of water or lemon juice to loosen it up before tossing.
  • Always taste your stuffing mixture before you cook it, if it needs more salt or herbs, now is the time to fix it.
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