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Juicy Baked Caesar Chicken

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This dish combines the creamy flavor of Caesar dressing with tender baked chicken, making it an easy and satisfying dinner option that's full of Parmesan flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose even-thickness pieces or pound to uniform thickness for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Caesar dressing Homemade adds extra depth, but a good-quality store-bought works well.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can be swapped for Greek yogurt to reduce fat and add tang.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated melts and flavors better than pre-shredded.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Or 1–2 cloves minced fresh garlic for a brighter garlic note.
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste.
  • Fresh parsley, chopped Optional for garnish and freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken in a single layer.
  2. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with a little salt and pepper. Pound thick breasts to an even 3/4–1 inch for uniform cooking.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), grated Parmesan, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Coat each chicken breast evenly with the Caesar mixture. Place the coated breasts in the prepared baking dish, spooning any extra sauce over the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20–26 minutes, depending on thickness. Check for doneness at an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
  2. Optional: For a lightly browned top, broil for 1–2 minutes—watch carefully so the sauce doesn’t burn.
  3. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and an extra pinch of Parmesan before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgSugar: 2g

Notes

For a crisp top, sprinkle 2 tablespoons panko mixed with 1 tablespoon melted butter over each breast before baking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
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