Garlic Bread Chicken Caesar Salad Subs (Easy, Cheesy & Flavor-Packed Recipe)

Garlic Bread Chicken Caesar Salad Subs (Easy, Cheesy & Flavor-Packed Recipe) - Weeknight Favorite

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

4 soft sub rolls or small baguettes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2–3 cloves garlic, finely minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 pound cooked chicken, shredded or sliced (rotisserie works great)
1/2 cup Caesar dressing, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4–6 slices mozzarella or provolone (or 1 cup shredded)
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
Optional add-ins: 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled), cherry tomatoes, red onion slivers, black pepper
Salt to taste

Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Season with a pinch of salt.
Prep the rolls: Split the sub rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Spread the garlic butter on the cut sides.
Toast: Place rolls, cut side up, under the broiler for 2–4 minutes until lightly golden. Keep an eye on them so they don’t burn.
Warm the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add the chicken and a splash of water or broth. Warm just until heated through. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Cheese melt: Divide the warm chicken among the toasted rolls. Top with mozzarella or provolone. Return to the broiler for 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts and edges bubble.
Toss the salad: In a bowl, combine romaine, Caesar dressing, lemon juice, and Parmesan. Toss until lightly coated. Add more dressing if you like it saucy.
Assemble: Spoon the Caesar salad over the cheesy chicken. Sprinkle bacon or extras if using. Close the subs gently.
Serve: Enjoy immediately while the bread is crisp and the cheese is melty. Add an extra drizzle of dressing if you’re feeling it.