Description
This Melt In Your Mouth Caesar Chicken features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated with creamy Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and crispy breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection. It's an easy, flavorful main course perfect for a family meal or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking. Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano to infuse flavor.
- Coat the Chicken: Spread a generous amount of Caesar dressing over each chicken breast to create a creamy base. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the dressing, then coat the chicken breasts with breadcrumbs to form a crispy outer layer.
- Bake the Chicken: Arrange the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the remaining olive oil on top to help the breadcrumbs crisp up nicely during baking. Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating turns golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice and serve with your favorite side dishes, enjoying the tender, flavorful chicken.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top before serving.
- To achieve a crispier coating, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking while keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
