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Caesar-coated chicken garnished with lettuce and Caesar dressing on a plate

Caesar-Coated Chicken

This oven-baked chicken breast is coated in a tangy, cheesy Caesar mixture that crisps to a golden top, making it perfect for weeknights and entertaining.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pound lightly for thinner breasts.
  • 1 cup Caesar dressing Use your favorite brand or homemade.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Optional; adds extra creaminess.
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Not pre-grated if possible for better melting.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing, sour cream (if using), grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Pat each chicken breast dry with paper towels and arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Spoon the Caesar mixture over each breast, covering evenly.
Cooking
  1. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
  3. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container within two hours of cooking. Cooked chicken keeps in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge if frozen and warm gently.
For a crunchy topping, mix in 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs with the Parmesan before baking.

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