Baked Caesar Chicken With Creamy Parmesan Sauce
A flavorful baked chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a creamy Caesar sauce made with sour cream and Parmesan cheese, topped with optional mozzarella and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, patted dry
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (full-fat or light)
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated recommended)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Caesar dressing, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and Italian seasoning. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Arrange the patted-dry chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the creamy Caesar sauce over each piece of chicken, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the foil. If using, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.