Description
Caesar-glazed chicken promises a flavor explosion that elevates weeknight dinners. Crispy, tender chicken coated in rich, tangy sauce delivers restaurant-quality satisfaction you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) caesar dressing
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Garnish:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 375F (190C) and lightly coating a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Craft a luxurious sauce by whisking together Caesar dressing, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder until the mixture becomes smooth and fully integrated.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer within the prepared baking dish, ensuring each piece has ample space for even cooking.
- Season the chicken breasts with a delicate sprinkle of salt and pepper, focusing on balanced flavor distribution across both sides.
- Lavishly drape the creamy Caesar mixture over each chicken breast, ensuring complete and uniform coverage that will create a rich, flavorful exterior.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and allow the chicken to roast for 25-30 minutes, monitoring the internal temperature until it reaches a safe 165F.
- For an enhanced golden-brown finish, activate the broiler for a brief 2-3 minute interval, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest momentarily, allowing juices to redistribute and intensify the flavor profile.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a vibrant touch of color and fresh herbaceous notes before serving piping hot.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- For a lighter version, swap full-fat Caesar dressing with a reduced-fat or Greek yogurt-based alternative to cut calories without sacrificing flavor.
- Enhance protein content by adding shredded rotisserie chicken as a topping or mixing into the sauce for extra texture and depth.
- Create a gluten-free option by using certified gluten-free Caesar dressing and checking Parmesan cheese ingredients for potential wheat-based additives.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 140mg