Open chicken Caesar sandwich

Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Open chicken Caesar sandwich
20 min.
2
561kcal

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If you’re on the lookout for a delicious and nutritious meal that doesn't take much time to prepare, look no further than this Open Chicken Caesar Sandwich! Perfectly suited for lunch or a light dinner, this sandwich is not only packed with flavor but also boasts an impressive health score of 100. In just 20 minutes, you can create a dish that combines the classic tastes of a Caesar salad with the heartiness of chicken and comforting bread.

This recipe makes use of lean, skinless chicken breasts, which are griddled to perfection, lending a delightful smoky flavor. The low-fat crème fraîche or Greek yogurt mixed with a touch of lemon juice and capers adds a creamy, tangy dressing that elevates the entire meal. Topped with fresh Little Gem lettuce and shavings of Parmesan, every bite is a burst of freshness and richness that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Whether you're enjoying this sandwich as a midday pick-me-up or serving it as a main dish for dinner, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that you and your loved ones will absolutely adore. The warm, toasted bread softly cradles the vibrant toppings, creating a satisfying open-faced sandwich that is as beautiful as it is delicious. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and dive into this wonderfully healthy creation!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast skinless
  • tsp unrefined sunflower oil 
  •  little gem lettuces 
  • tbsp greek yogurt low-fat
  • tbsp parmesan grated
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • tsp caper roughly chopped
  • slices bread thick
  • small garlic clove cut in half

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a griddle pan. Rub the chicken with the oil, season with salt and pepper, then griddle for 7 mins each side or until cooked through. Set aside to rest.
  2. Meanwhile, separate the lettuce leaves.
  3. Mix the crme frache, parmesan, lemon juice and capers with 1 tbsp cold water, then season to taste.
  4. Toast the bread and rub with the cut side of the garlic, then crush the garlic and add to the dressing. Slice the warm chicken breasts on the diagonal, then top the toast with lettuce leaves, sliced chicken breast and a drizzle of the Caesar dressing. Finish with a few shavings of parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories561kcal
Protein45.39%
Fat18.82%
Carbs35.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
73.83
Glycemic Load
15.46
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
58.758695638698%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
1.32mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:560.84kcal
28.04%
Fat:12.39g
19.06%
Saturated Fat:2.79g
17.46%
Carbohydrates:53g
17.67%
Net Carbohydrates:39.33g
14.3%
Sugar:27.36g
30.4%
Cholesterol:147.21mg
49.07%
Sodium:491.48mg
21.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:67.22g
134.45%
Vitamin C:198.79mg
240.96%
Vitamin B6:4.22mg
210.92%
Vitamin B3:30.69mg
153.43%
Selenium:83.44µg
119.21%
Manganese:2.38mg
118.88%
Vitamin B2:1.92mg
112.82%
Potassium:3860.58mg
110.3%
Phosphorus:961.6mg
96.16%
Folate:363.36µg
90.84%
Magnesium:265.11mg
66.28%
Fiber:13.67g
54.68%
Vitamin B1:0.81mg
53.97%
Vitamin B5:5.24mg
52.37%
Vitamin A:2364.55IU
47.29%
Copper:0.69mg
34.53%
Vitamin K:36.25µg
34.52%
Zinc:4.98mg
33.21%
Iron:5.88mg
32.66%
Calcium:266.96mg
26.7%
Vitamin E:2.79mg
18.62%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.03%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.59%