Baked Caesar Chicken
Baked Caesar Chicken combines the flavors of Caesar salad with tender chicken, creamy dressing, gooey cheese, and crunchy croutons for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast Lean chicken ready to soak up flavors.
- 6 tbsp creamy Caesar dressing Tangy goodness enveloping chicken.
- 6 oz provolone cheese, sliced Melts luxuriously on top.
- 1 cup Caesar-style croutons Will become a crunchy topping.
- 1 tbsp butter For crouton topping.
- 1/4 tsp salt To season chicken.
- 1/4 tsp black pepper To season chicken.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Take a large baking dish and lay the chicken breasts flat.
- Season each piece generously with salt and pepper.
- Spread 1-2 tbsp of creamy Caesar dressing over each chicken breast.
- Layer the sliced provolone cheese over the chicken.
Topping
- Crush the croutons into crumbs.
- Melt 1 tbsp of butter and mix it with the crouton crumbs.
- Sprinkle buttery crouton crumbs evenly over the cheese layer.
Baking
- Bake the dish in the oven for 20-30 minutes.
- Cover loosely with foil if crumbs darken too much.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For best results, ensure chicken breasts are even in thickness. Experiment with different cheeses and add garlic or herbs for extra flavor.