Easy Baked Caesar Chicken
This Easy Baked Caesar Chicken is a weeknight dinner hero—juicy, tender chicken breasts baked in creamy Caesar dressing and topped with golden Parmesan cheese. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, this rich, flavorful dish is a perfect go-to for busy nights or comfort food cravings.
- Prep Time: 5–10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
- Total Time: 50–55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup creamy Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley or chopped chives, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Place chicken breasts in the dish and season with garlic powder and black pepper.
- Spoon Caesar dressing generously over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for an even juicier version.
- Add crushed croutons or breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping in the final 10 minutes.
- Mix Dijon mustard or lemon juice into the Caesar dressing for a tangy variation.
- Best with fresh Caesar dressing, but store-bought works perfectly too.
- Don’t use frozen chicken directly—thaw fully for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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