Description
Savory baked caesar chicken dazzles taste buds with its irresistible blend of zesty flavors and creamy parmesan sauce. Crisp chicken breasts draped in rich caesar dressing promise a delectable meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheese:
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (57 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Whisk together Caesar dressing, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and Italian seasoning in a mixing bowl until a smooth, creamy consistency is achieved.
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Arrange chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Generously spread the prepared Parmesan sauce over the chicken, completely covering the surface.
- Carefully cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to seal in moisture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, ensuring the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F/75C.
- Remove the foil and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the chicken for added richness.
- Return to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 3-4 minutes after removing from the oven to help retain its juices.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- For a lighter version, swap full-fat sour cream with Greek yogurt without compromising creamy texture.
- Always use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches safe internal temperature of 165F, preventing foodborne illness.
- Transform this dish into a low-carb meal by pairing with roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice instead of traditional sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg