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Oven-Baked Caesar Chicken with Parmesan Sauce

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A comforting yet elegant weeknight dinner featuring crispy chicken drizzled with a creamy parmesan sauce, perfect for family meals or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt & black pepper
For the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Optional toppings
  • croutons
  • chopped fresh parsley
  • extra Parmesan for those who can’t resist that cheesy goodness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and drizzle with olive oil. Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the chicken in a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a saucepan on medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Whisk in the Parmesan cheese until smooth. Stir in optional Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and add more salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly
  1. Once the chicken is ready, drizzle the creamy sauce over it and garnish with chopped parsley, extra Parmesan, and croutons.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Freezing isn’t recommended as the cream sauce may separate.
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