Juicy Baked Caesar Chicken with Parmesan Sauce

Ingredients:
For the chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs) 🍗
1 cup Caesar dressing (use your favorite brand) 🥗
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
1 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
1 teaspoon dried parsley 🌿
½ teaspoon black pepper 🧂
For the topping:
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
1 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional for crunch) 🍞
For garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the oven.
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to fit the chicken breasts in a single layer.
2️⃣ Prepare the chicken.
Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish. Pat them dry with a paper towel and season lightly with black pepper.
3️⃣ Make the Parmesan sauce.
In a medium bowl, mix Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Spread this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re well coated. 🥗🧄🧀
4️⃣ Add the topping.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and additional Parmesan over the coated chicken. For a crispy topping, sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top as well. 🧀🍞
5️⃣ Bake the chicken.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden. 🔥⏳
6️⃣ Garnish and serve.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a green salad. 🌿✨
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
35-40 minutes
Total Time:
45-50 minutes
Calories:
Approx. 420 Kcal per serving (serves 4).

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