This Baked Caesar Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner hack—juicy chicken breasts baked to perfection, topped with a creamy Caesar dressing, crisp Parmesan, and golden breadcrumbs. Perfectly savory and packed with flavor, it’s a dish that makes dinner feel like a restaurant experience right at home!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
Caesar Topping & Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella optional for extra cheesy topping
- ½ cup crushed croutons optional for crunch
Instructions
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Preheat Oven
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil or non-stick spray.
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Prepare the Chicken
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Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
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Rub olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika evenly over both sides.
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Make Caesar Mixture
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In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and pepper.
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Stir until smooth.
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Assemble
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Spread a thin layer of the Caesar mixture over each chicken breast.
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If using mozzarella, sprinkle it on top.
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Optionally, add crushed croutons for a crunchy topping.
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Bake
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Place the chicken in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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If desired, broil for the last 2–3 minutes to get a golden, crispy top.
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Serve
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Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing.
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Serve with salad, roasted veggies, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.