Description
This Melt In Your Mouth Caesar Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated with creamy Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and crunchy breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection for an easy and flavorful main course.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Coating
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for greasing and drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano to enhance their flavor.
- Coat the Chicken: Evenly spread Caesar dressing over each seasoned chicken breast, ensuring full coverage. Next, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top, then coat each breast thoroughly with breadcrumbs to create a crispy crust.
- Bake the Chicken: Arrange the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the olive oil over the top to help the breadcrumbs crisp evenly. Bake the chicken for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75 degrees Celsius (165 degrees Fahrenheit) and the crust is golden and crunchy.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice and serve warm alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.
- To achieve a crispier coating, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- You can substitute panko breadcrumbs with regular breadcrumbs if desired, but panko offers a crunchier texture.
- If you want to reduce fat, use a light Caesar dressing and reduce the amount of olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
