Description
Craving a flavor explosion? This ultimate caesar chicken recipe blends classic Italian-American zest with juicy, herb-crusted chicken that will make dinner guests swoon. Crisp salad greens and tangy dressing complement perfectly grilled chicken for a meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Cheese:
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning and Dressing:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) Caesar dressing
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375°F and coat a baking dish with a light cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan, freshly cracked black pepper, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl, creating a rich, tangy marinade.
- Arrange chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, then generously drench each piece with the prepared Caesar mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavorful marinade and cook thoroughly.
- Remove the dish from the oven and distribute shredded mozzarella evenly across the chicken breasts, creating a melting cheese layer.
- Return to the oven and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and the cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling crust.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling finely chopped fresh parsley over the top, adding a vibrant touch of color and fresh herbaceous flavor before serving.
Notes
- Use low-fat Caesar dressing and reduced-fat cheeses for a lighter version of this dish, perfect for health-conscious individuals.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the Caesar mixture for 30 minutes before baking to enhance flavor penetration and ensure more tender meat.
- For a gluten-free adaptation, verify that your Caesar dressing is gluten-free and use cornstarch instead of flour if any thickening is needed.
- Add extra crunch by topping the chicken with crushed whole-grain croutons or panko breadcrumbs during the final baking stage for a textural contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 566 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 49 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg