Baked Caesar Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
This Baked Caesar Chicken features tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for an easy and flavorful dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, minced garlic, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place the seared chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the creamy Parmesan mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbling.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or over a bed of pasta for a complete meal. For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2 minutes at the end of baking.