Baked Caesar Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
Make this Baked Caesar Chicken for a delicious weeknight dinner! Juicy chicken breasts baked in a creamy Parmesan sauce with Caesar dressing. Perfect for family meals, high-protein dinners, or easy chicken recipes.
Why You’ll Love This Baked Caesar Chicken Recipe
Easy chicken dinner: Ready in under 40 minutes for busy weeknights.
Protein-packed chicken: Lean boneless skinless chicken breasts provide muscle-building protein.
Creamy and cheesy flavor: Rich Parmesan sauce and optional mozzarella make it irresistible.
Family-friendly meal: Simple, kid-approved, and perfect for meal prep.
Versatile sides: Serve with pasta, roasted vegetables, or creamy mashed potatoes.
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ cup creamy Caesar dressing
½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (adds protein and creaminess)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup shredded mozzarella (optional for extra creamy texture)
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt (optional, depending on dressing)
1 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish lightly with olive oil or cooking spray.
Pat the chicken breasts dry. Season with garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt for flavor.
In a bowl, whisk together Caesar dressing, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and grated Parmesan until smooth.
Place chicken in the prepared dish. Spread the creamy Caesar Parmesan sauce evenly over each breast. Sprinkle mozzarella on top if desired.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally. Optional: broil 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
Garnish with fresh parsley and a light dusting of Parmesan. Serve with garlic butter pasta, roasted vegetables, or creamy mashed potatoes.
Optional Healthy Sides
Garlic butter spaghetti classic pairing with creamy chicken
Roasted broccoli or asparagus fiber-rich, healthy vegetables
Creamy mashed potatoes comfort food that complements the Caesar chicken
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Baked Caesar Chicken with creamy Parmesan sauce easy, protein-packed weeknight dinner with juicy chicken breasts & cheesy Caesar flavor!