Description
This easy Melt In Your Mouth Caesar Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy Caesar dressing, parmesan, and sour cream coating for a flavorful, golden-baked dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
- Prepare the Coating: In a medium bowl, mix Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Prepare the Chicken: Lay chicken breasts in the greased baking dish and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Apply the Mixture: Spread the Caesar mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Bake the Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional Broiling: For a browned finish, broil for the last 2–3 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals.
- Freezing: Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months; thaw before reheating.
- Variations: Use dairy-free Caesar dressing and substitutes for parmesan and sour cream for a dairy-free option. Add cayenne for spice or use chicken thighs for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Caesar Chicken Recipe Easy Chicken Dinner Creamy Parmesan Chicken Low-Carb Chicken Recipe Baked Chicken with Caesar Dressing