Melt In Your Mouth Caesar Chicken – Creamy Baked Dinner Favorite
This creamy baked Caesar chicken is ridiculously tender and flavorful, thanks to a dreamy Caesar-sour cream-Parmesan topping. Just dump, spread, and bake. Perfect weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing meal-prep option!
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Foil (optional)
- Instant-read thermometer (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (your favorite brand)
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
- ½ cup sour cream (optional, adds creaminess)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional sides: mashed potatoes, pasta, or green salad
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Place in a single layer in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix Caesar dressing, sour cream (if using), and half the Parmesan until smooth.
- Spread the Caesar mixture evenly over each chicken breast. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F internally and the top is golden and bubbly.
- For a crispier topping, broil on high for 2–3 minutes. Watch closely!
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with your favorite sides.