A delicious and creamy Caesar chicken recipe that melts in your mouth.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lb)
1 cup creamy Caesar dressing
½ cup sour cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, optional
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If they are thick, gently pound them to an even thickness so they cook evenly. Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and Italian seasoning.
In a bowl, combine the Caesar dressing, sour cream, and ½ cup of Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
Spread the Caesar mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.
Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese and the mozzarella, if using, over the top.
Bake uncovered for approximately 25–35 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken. The chicken is ready when the thickest part reaches 165°F on a meat thermometer.
For a golden, bubbly finish, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon the creamy sauce from the baking dish over each piece and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Ensure chicken is pounded to an even thickness for even cooking.