Baked Caesar Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
Baked Caesar chicken with creamy Parmesan sauce is a comforting, easy-to-make dinner featuring tender, juicy chicken coated in a rich, savory sauce that's perfect for weeknight meals.
Equipment
- baking dish Large enough for single layer of chicken
- mixing bowl
- meat thermometer Optional but recommended
- spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.If chicken breasts are thick, gently pound them to even thickness.
- Place chicken in baking dish and season lightly with black pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix Caesar dressing, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and Parmesan until smooth.
- Spoon the sauce evenly over each chicken piece, covering tops fully.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Optionally broil 2–3 minutes for golden top.
- Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Double the sauce if you love extra for pasta or rice. Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version. Chicken breasts and thighs both work—adjust cooking time for thighs. Refrigerated Caesar dressing gives best flavor. Let the chicken rest 5 minutes after baking for extra juiciness.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 750mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
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