Description
This Melt-In-Your-Mouth Caesar Chicken recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts smothered in a creamy Caesar dressing mixture, baked to perfection until golden and bubbly. Quick to prepare and full of rich flavors, it’s an ideal dish for an easy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Caesar Sauce Mixture
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine Caesar dressing, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt (if using). Stir well until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts evenly spaced in the greased baking dish, ensuring they are not overlapping for even cooking.
- Coat Chicken: Generously coat each chicken breast with the prepared Caesar sauce mixture, making sure each piece is well covered.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sauce turns golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is perfectly cooked without drying out.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt based on the saltiness of your Caesar dressing.
- Serve with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra crispness on top, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
