Description
Melt In Your Mouth Caesar Chicken is a delectable dish that brings together tender chicken breasts and a creamy Caesar dressing, making it a quick and satisfying meal for any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties, this recipe requires minimal preparation while delivering maximum flavor. The rich combination of Parmesan cheese and savory dressing creates a delightful experience that will leave your family and friends craving more. Serve it alongside fresh salads, over rice, or with crusty bread for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Caesar salad dressing
- ½ cup sour cream (optional)
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray an 8×11½-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¾–1 inch using a meat mallet.
- Season both sides of the chicken with 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper, then place in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing and sour cream (if using). Pour over the chicken and top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 150°F.
- Switch to broil for an additional 2–4 minutes until golden brown, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
- Remove from oven, rest for 5–10 minutes, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 150mg