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Melt in Your Mouth Caesar Chicken

A delightful dish that combines the flavors of Caesar salad with tender chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup Caesar salad dressing
  • 0.5 cups sour cream, room temperature (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and spray the inside of an 8×11½ inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
  2. If the chicken breasts are of uneven thickness, pound them to an even thickness of about ¾ to 1 inch using a meat pounder.
  3. Sprinkle the chicken breasts on both sides with 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and the freshly ground black pepper. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing and sour cream (if using). Pour this mixture over each chicken breast.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Cooking
  1. Bake the chicken in the oven for 30 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of one of the middle breasts reads 150°F.
  2. Turn the oven to broil and broil the chicken for an additional 2 to 4 minutes, or until the chicken turns golden brown. The final temperature should be 165°F when checked in the thickest part of one of the middle breasts.
Serving
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and cover loosely with foil. Allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. If desired, garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Serve warm, paired with a green salad, garlic bread, or roasted vegetables. For a complete meal, consider adding rice or pasta.