Marinate the Chicken:
In a medium bowl, combine whole milk and sweetened condensed milk in equal parts (½ cup each) to make 200ml total
Add soy sauce and stir to combine
Season chicken breast portions on all sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and roasted chicken seasoning
Submerge seasoned chicken completely in marinade
Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight strongly recommended for best results)
Make the Caesar Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until completely smooth
Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Taste and adjust seasoning (add more lemon for brightness, more salt if flat, or more Parmesan for depth)
Add small drizzle of olive oil if desired for extra richness
Cover and refrigerate until ready to assemble
Prepare the Flour Dredge:
In a wide, shallow bowl, combine all-purpose flour and cornstarch
Add same seasoning used for chicken: salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and roasted chicken seasoning
Mix thoroughly until seasonings are evenly distributed through flour
Double Dredge the Chicken:
Remove one piece of chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip back into bowl (do not shake off completely)
Press chicken firmly into seasoned flour dredge, covering every surface (press firmly, don't just dust)
Dip dredged chicken briefly back into remaining marinade (just a quick dip to re-wet surface)
Press firmly into flour dredge a second time on all sides to build thick, textured, uneven crust with visible clumps and ridges
Set on a plate and repeat with remaining chicken pieces
Fry the Chicken:
Pour neutral oil into deep, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to achieve at least 2.5 inches depth
Heat over medium-high heat to 345-355°F (175-180°C) - use thermometer for accuracy
Carefully lower one piece of double-dredged chicken into hot oil
Fry for approximately 5-7 minutes, turning once or twice, until deeply golden brown on all sides
Check internal temperature reaches 165°F with instant-read thermometer
Remove with tongs and drain on wire rack or paper towel-lined plate
Allow oil to return to temperature between batches
Repeat with remaining chicken pieces
Dress the Caesar Salad:
In a large bowl, toss roughly chopped romaine lettuce with generous amount of Caesar dressing (enough to coat every piece without drowning)
Shave extra Parmesan over dressed salad using vegetable peeler for thin, elegant shavings
Toast the Buns:
Slice burger buns in half
Place cut-side down in dry skillet over medium heat or under broiler for 1-2 minutes
Toast until cut surfaces are lightly golden and slightly crisped
Watch closely if using broiler (buns burn quickly)
Assemble and Serve:
Spread generous, thick layer of Caesar dressing directly onto cut surface of bottom bun
Place hot, crispy chicken patty on top
Add generous handful of dressed Caesar salad on top of chicken
Add extra shaved Parmesan over salad
Press top bun firmly down
Serve immediately while chicken is still at peak crunchiness and salad is crisp and fresh