Crispy Chicken Caesar Chips (Printable Version)
Crunchy chicken paired with crisp romaine, parmesan, and tangy dressing on baked potato chips.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Potato Chips
10 - 2 large russet potatoes
11 - 2 tbsp olive oil
12 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
→ Caesar Salad Toppings
13 - 1 romaine lettuce heart, finely shredded
14 - 1/3 cup Caesar dressing
15 - 1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese
16 - freshly ground black pepper to taste
17 - lemon wedges for serving
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper for the potato chips.
02 - Slice potatoes thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife to 1/8 inch thickness. Toss with olive oil and sea salt until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange potatoes in a single layer on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Let cool completely.
04 - While chips bake, cut chicken breasts into bite-sized strips or pieces suitable for topping chips.
05 - Arrange three shallow bowls: first with flour, second with beaten egg, third with panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper combined.
06 - Dredge each chicken piece in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into egg, allowing excess to drip off. Press into panko mixture to coat evenly on all sides.
07 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Drain on paper towels.
08 - Place shredded romaine lettuce in a bowl. Add Caesar dressing and toss until evenly coated.
09 - Top each cooled potato chip with dressed lettuce, a piece of crispy chicken, shaved parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its the conversation starter that keeps people hovering near the serving platter
- You get all the satisfaction of a crunchy snack with a complete meal in one bite
- The homemade chips alone will change your snacking life forever
02 -
- Homemade chips continue crisping as they cool, so don't underbake them thinking they'll harden up later
- Overcrowding the pan when frying chicken makes the oil temperature drop and creates soggy coating
- Assembly is best done right before serving or the chips will start getting soggy from the dressed lettuce
03 -
- Warm the Caesar dressing slightly for easier tossing and better coating
- Use a pair of tweezers or small tongs for precise, mess-free assembly