Description
This Ultimate Caesar Chicken is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in creamy Caesar dressing, baked to perfection, and topped with melted Parmesan cheese. It’s a perfect dinner option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (use your favorite brand)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or chopped chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the Caesar dressing, sour cream (if using), garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Smother the chicken: Spread the Caesar mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure each piece is well coated.
- Top with Parmesan: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese generously over the top of the chicken.
- Bake: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped chives, if desired.
Notes
- If you prefer extra creaminess, add the optional sour cream.
- Garnish with herbs like parsley or chives for an added touch of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg