Chicken Caesar Waffle Sandwich (Printer-Friendly)

Grilled chicken with Caesar dressed romaine between savory stuffing waffles for a satisfying meal.

# What You 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 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 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 Cook:

01 - Preheat the 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 coated and moist but not soggy. Lightly grease the 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 eight waffles and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
02 - Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create four 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 internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest, then slice.
03 - Toss chopped romaine with Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan cheese until evenly coated. Add cherry tomatoes if desired.
04 - Place one stuffing waffle on a plate, layer with sliced chicken breast, a generous scoop of Caesar salad filling, and shaved Parmesan cheese. Top with another stuffing waffle and finish with freshly ground black pepper. Repeat to make four sandwiches and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns leftover bread and stuffing into something completely new and exciting without any waste.
  • The waffles get crispy edges and soft centers that hold up to juicy chicken and dressed greens.
  • You can prep the waffles ahead and reheat them in a toaster for quick weekday lunches.
  • Every bite has that perfect salty-savory-tangy balance that keeps you reaching for another.
02 -
  • Do not oversaturate the bread mixture or the waffles will steam instead of crisp, aim for moist but not dripping.
  • Let the waffles cook fully before opening the iron or they will tear apart and stick.
  • Resting the chicken after cooking is not optional, cutting it too soon will make it dry.
03 -
  • Press the waffle iron down firmly for the first 30 seconds to help the stuffing compress and cook evenly.
  • Use a mix of white and whole grain bread for more texture and a deeper flavor.
  • If the stuffing mixture feels too dry, add a splash more broth one tablespoon at a time until it holds together.
  • Grill the chicken with the lid on to trap heat and get beautiful char marks without drying it out.
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