Description
This Melt In Your Mouth Caesar Chicken is a flavorful and tender dish featuring juicy chicken breasts coated with a creamy Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and crunchy breadcrumbs. Baked to perfection, it offers a delightful combination of savory and crispy textures, making it a perfect main course for any dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Sauces and Coatings
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil. Season each chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano to ensure they are evenly flavored.
- Coat the Chicken: Spread Caesar dressing evenly over each chicken breast using a brush or spoon. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the dressing, then coat each with breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil to enhance crispiness of the breadcrumb coating. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F) and the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes. Slice and serve with your favorite sides, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For an extra flavorful touch, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.
- For a crunchier crust, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes, monitoring to avoid burning.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking the internal temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
