Description
Baked Caesar Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Sauce is a succulent dish that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a rich, velvety sauce. The flavors of garlic, anchovy, and Parmesan meld beautifully, creating a savory experience that tantalizes the taste buds with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Marinade:
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the Caesar dressing, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the creamy Parmesan sauce over them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time; marinate the chicken and prepare the sauce, then store them separately in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with Greek yogurt or a low-fat cream alternative.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Baked Caesar Chicken, Creamy Parmesan Sauce, Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, American Cuisine, Gluten-Free Chicken, Chicken Breast, Savory Sauce, Weeknight Meal, Family Dinner, Marinated Chicken, Oven-Baked Chicken