Description
Crispy chicken croissant sandwich delivers a perfect blend of golden-brown chicken nestled between buttery layers of flaky croissant. Homemade sauce and fresh ingredients elevate this classic comfort meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Crispy Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.12 pounds / 508 grams)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
Sandwich Components:
- 4 fresh croissants
- 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Dressing and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Hot honey (optional)
Instructions
- Butterfly chicken breasts into thin, even pieces and divide into 4 equal portions for uniform cooking.
- Create three separate coating stations: first with seasoned flour mixture, second with whisked eggs, and third with Parmesan-enhanced panko breadcrumbs.
- Meticulously dredge each chicken piece through flour, ensuring complete coverage, then dip in egg wash, and finally press firmly into panko mixture for maximum crispiness.
- Preheat cast iron skillet with oil to medium-high temperature around 375°F, creating an ideal environment for golden-brown crust development.
- Fry chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes per side, maintaining consistent heat to achieve crisp exterior and fully cooked interior.
- Drain fried chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil and maintain crispness.
- Prepare creamy dressing by whisking Greek yogurt with lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-integrated.
- Split croissants and brush with melted butter, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top surfaces.
- Broil croissants for 1-2 minutes at high temperature until cheese melts and edges become golden and crispy.
- Toss Romaine lettuce with remaining Parmesan and prepared dressing, ensuring even coating.
- Construct sandwich by layering crispy chicken on bottom croissant half, drizzling optional hot honey, adding avocado slices, and topping with dressed lettuce.
- Complete sandwich with Parmesan-crusted croissant top and serve immediately for optimal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts with uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and crispy breading.
- Pat chicken completely dry before breading to help panko mixture adhere perfectly and create extra crunch.
- Use fresh panko breadcrumbs for maximum crispiness, as stale breadcrumbs can make coating soggy.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350°F to prevent burning while achieving golden exterior.
- Swap regular croissants with gluten-free alternatives for celiac-friendly version without compromising texture.
- Replace chicken with grilled portobello mushrooms or tofu for vegetarian adaptation that keeps similar flavor profile.
- Store leftover dressing in sealed container for up to 5 days, great as salad topping or veggie dip.
- Add red pepper flakes to dressing for extra kick if you enjoy spicier profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg