Chicken Caesar Waffle Sandwich (Printable)

Grilled chicken, romaine, and savory stuffing waffles come together in a satisfying handheld meal.

# 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat waffle iron. Combine bread cubes, celery, onion, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk eggs, chicken broth, and melted butter; pour over bread mixture and toss until coated and moist but not soggy. Lightly grease waffle iron. Spoon about 1 cup of mixture onto iron, close, 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 to create 4 thin cutlets. Rub with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 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 cherry tomatoes if desired.
04 - Place one stuffing waffle on a plate. Layer with sliced chicken, a generous scoop of Caesar salad filling, and shaved Parmesan. Top with another waffle and freshly ground black pepper. Repeat for remaining sandwiches and serve promptly.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a Caesar salad you can eat with one hand while scrolling through your phone or sitting by the pool.
  • The stuffing waffles have that diner-sandwich richness that makes you feel like you're eating something indulgent, even though it's actually balanced.
  • It works for lazy weekend brunches, packed lunches, or when you want to impress people without spending all day cooking.
02 -
  • The stuffing mixture needs to be damp but not wet—if it's too liquid, the waffles collapse in the iron and taste gummy instead of crispy.
  • Don't try to assemble these ahead of time; stuffing waffles lose their crispness within minutes, so cook and assemble them one sandwich at a time if you're making multiple.
  • Thin, evenly-cooked chicken is essential—if your breasts are thick and uneven, you'll end up with dry spots and undercooked spots at the same time.
03 -
  • Invest in a good waffle iron with even heat distribution—cheap ones cook the edges faster than the center, so you end up with burnt corners and a soft middle.
  • Have all your components ready before you start cooking because assembly happens fast and hot food waits for no one, so mise en place is genuinely your friend here.
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