Description
This Melt-In-Your-Mouth Caesar Chicken recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that is sure to become a family favorite. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a rich Caesar dressing mixture, baked to perfection, and garnished with parsley for a touch of freshness.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Caesar salad dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the dressing: In a medium bowl, combine Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Prepare the chicken: Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and spread the dressing mixture over each piece.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Broil: Optional – broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use full-fat Caesar dressing for the richest flavor.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
