Baked Caesar Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts coated in Caesar dressing, Parmesan, and crispy breadcrumbs, baked until golden. A fast, flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces chicken breasts (about 1 to 1.2 pounds total) If breasts are uneven, gently pound to even thickness.
1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade) For a lower-fat option, use a light Caesar dressing.
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated gives the best melt and flavor.
1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko) Panko gives a lighter, crunchier crust; gluten-free options available.
to taste salt and pepper
for drizzling olive oil Helps the topping brown.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
Pat each chicken breast dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper and arrange in a single layer in the dish.
Drizzle a little olive oil over each breast.
Spread about a tablespoon of Caesar dressing over the top of each breast.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly over the dressing.
Press the breadcrumbs onto the dressing to form a compact crust.

Baking

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes. For freezer storage, wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

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