Description
Creamy caesar chicken delivers a luxurious Italian-inspired dish that elevates weeknight dinners with rich, tangy flavors. Crisp romaine, juicy chicken, and parmesan create a perfect balance you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Caesar Coating:
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp onion powder
Liquid Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for optimal cooking and easy cleanup.
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry using paper towels to ensure the coating adheres perfectly and creates a crispy exterior.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, and egg in a shallow bowl until smooth and well-combined, creating a rich binding mixture for the chicken.
- Combine parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder in a separate shallow dish, mixing thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides, ensuring complete coverage for enhanced flavor.
- Dip each chicken breast into the liquid mixture, coating all surfaces generously, allowing excess to drip off briefly.
- Roll the moistened chicken in the parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure a thick, even coating that will create a delectable crust.
- Arrange coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for even heat circulation.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the coating turns golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor.
Notes
- Use bone-in or boneless chicken breasts, adjusting cooking time slightly for different cuts to maintain juiciness.
- Swap regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals without compromising texture.
- Fresh grated parmesan delivers more intense flavor compared to pre-packaged cheese, elevating the overall taste profile.
- Experiment with additional herbs like basil or thyme to customize the seasoning and create unique flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg