Crispy chili-seasoned fried chicken layered with romaine, Caesar dressing, and melted Parmesan in a toasted bun — with a bold optional twist of dark chocolate for next-level flavor.
2 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp hot sauce
1 1/2 cups flour
1 egg
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper
1/2 tsp cocoa powder or dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Caesar dressing
Romaine lettuce
Shaved Parmesan
2 brioche or burger buns
Oil for frying
Marinate chicken in buttermilk, hot sauce, and spices for 30 mins.
Prepare flour with seasoning (add chocolate if using). Whisk egg in separate bowl.
Dredge chicken: flour → egg → flour.
Fry in hot oil until golden and cooked through.
Toast buns. Spread Caesar on bottom bun, layer romaine, chicken, cheese, and top bun.
Serve hot.
Bake option: use panko and bake at 425°F.
Add chili oil to Caesar for spice.
Optional chocolate adds a rich umami finish.