Description
Tender chicken breasts smothered in creamy Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese, baked to perfection with savory herbs. A fuss-free, flavorful dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce:
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (high-quality or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken in a single layer.
- Prepare chicken: Place chicken breasts flat in the prepared dish. If thick, pound or butterfly to even thickness.
- Mix sauce: In a bowl, combine Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken: Pour the mixture over the chicken, spreading to coat each piece evenly.
- Bake: Uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional broil: Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top—watch closely to avoid burning.
- Rest and serve: Let chicken rest a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
- Add crushed croutons or breadcrumbs before baking for a crunchy topping.
- Include a pinch of red pepper flakes or hot sauce to spice things up.
- Mix in mozzarella or provolone for extra cheesiness.
- Serve with cauliflower rice or veggies for a low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
