These Slow Cooker Chicken Caesar Sandwiches, filled with tender chicken, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and romaine lettuce, guarantee a crowd-pleasing dinner.
If you’re a fan of both chicken Caesar salad and chicken sandwiches, along with the convenience of a “dump and go” meal, then this recipe is for you. It’s a quick and effortless option that’s sure to win over the entire family.
When school is back in session and life gets busy, crock pot recipes are my lifeline. Amidst the chaos of schedules, finding time to prepare dinner becomes a challenge.
Thankfully, the crock pot comes to the rescue. Just toss in the ingredients before heading out the door in the morning, and by evening, you’ll have a delicious dinner ready to be enjoyed.
It’s no wonder I find myself relying on crock pot meals week after week like this Caesar chicken. The slow cooking process melds the tender, juicy chicken with creamy Caesar dressing, infusing each bite with a blend of rich, savory flavors.
And what’s great about this recipe is that it is good the next day. So if you have leftovers, you can heat them up for lunch.
So grab your crock pot and let’s make this easy set it and forget recipe!
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Why You’ll Love This Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe
- Packed full of flavor!
- Effortless cooking!
- Versatility!
- Can be made ahead!
Chicken Caesar Sandwich Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Chicken broth
- Caesar salad dressing
- Shredded parmesan cheese
- Brioche buns
- Romaine lettuce
Recipe Variations
- Serve on different bread such as Hawaiian rolls, flour tortilla or a pita pocket.
- Add some crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce for some heat.
- Make it healthier by skipping the bun and serving on lettuce wraps instead.
- Add a slice of cheese as a topping on the sandwich.
- Crumbled bacon is a great addition to mix in.
- Butter and toast your rolls to give them a crouton vibe.
How to Make Chicken Caesar Sandwiches
Add chicken to the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour chicken broth then casear dressing over top.
Place the lid on and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
Shred the chicken and add 1 cup of shredded parmesan cheese and stir in till melted.
Pile the shredded chicken on the soft buns, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the sandwiches and add romaine lettuce.
Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Choose the right cut of chicken. Boneless chicken breast or chicken thighs works great with this recipe.
- Use good quality Caesar dressing. The taste comes down to the taste of the dressing. Be sure to choose your favorite one.
Storing & Reheating
- To Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To Freeze: Place in a freezer safe bag or container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in fridge overnight before reheating and serving.
- To Reheat: Place on a microwave safe bowl and reheat to desired temperature.
How to Serve Shredded Caesar Chicken
While this is always great on a bun as sandwiches, there are plenty of all options to serve the shredded caesar chicken recipe. Here are some of our favorites:
- Over pasta or rice
- On top of a salad
- Quesadillas
- In a tortilla wrap
FAQs
Absolutely! You can customize the recipe to your taste. Some like to add minced garlic, diced onions and some herbs for extra flavor. The choice is up to you.
Yes, you can make the chicken filling ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, reheat in the microwave and assemble sandwiches.
Side dishes like pasta salad, coleslaw, roasted veggies or potato chips pair nicely with these sandwiches.
More Chicken Recipes
- Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs
- Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken
- Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Chicken Yakisoba
- Chicken Fajita Cups
Recipe
Slow Cooker Chicken Caesar Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups caesar salad dressing
- 1 ½ cups shredded parmesan cheese
- 6 brioche buns
- Romaine lettuce
Instructions
- Add chicken to the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour chicken broth then casear dressing over top.
- Place the lid on and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
- Shred the chicken and add 1 cup of shredded parmesan cheese and stir in till melted.
- Pile the shredded chicken on the soft buns, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the sandwiches and add romaine lettuce.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- To Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To Freeze: Place in a freezer safe bag or container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in fridge overnight before reheating and serving.
- To Reheat: Place on a microwave safe bowl and reheat to desired temperature.
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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