Baked Caesar Chicken
This Baked Caesar Chicken offers a luscious, velvety texture enhanced by a rich blend of cheeses and a tangy Caesar dressing. The result is an irresistibly tender dish that bursts with savory depth and melts effortlessly in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly coat a 9×13-inch (or slightly smaller) baking dish with non-stick spray. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, a touch of salt, and black pepper—keeping the salt light due to the naturally high sodium content of Caesar dressing. In a mixing bowl, combine the Caesar dressing with the sour cream until smooth. Generously coat each chicken breast with the dressing mixture on all sides. Place the coated chicken into the prepared baking dish and spoon any remaining dressing mixture over the top. Distribute the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan evenly across the chicken. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, then broil for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese turns golden and bubbly. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
For optimal results, use thinner chicken breasts. If the breasts are particularly thick, slice them horizontally and use two halves in place of the original four. Adjust the baking time by an additional 5 to 10 minutes if needed.