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Easy Baked Caesar Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Easy Baked Caesar Chicken recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with creamy Caesar dressing, melted provolone cheese, and a crunchy Caesar-style crouton topping. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner, it bakes to golden perfection in just over half an hour.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Toppings and Sauce

  • ½ cup creamy Caesar dressing
  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • 1 cup Caesar-style croutons

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Arrange Chicken: Place the pounded chicken breasts in a single layer within the baking dish. Season them evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance their flavor.
  3. Apply Dressing and Cheese: Spread the creamy Caesar dressing evenly over each chicken breast, then lay the provolone cheese slices on top, making sure each piece is fully covered for maximum flavor and meltiness.
  4. Prepare Crouton Topping: Crush the Caesar-style croutons into fine crumbs using a large Ziplock bag. Sprinkle these crumbs evenly over the cheese layer to add a crunchy texture.
  5. Bake: Bake the dish on the center rack for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked (internal temperature of 165°F) and the topping is golden brown. If the crumbs brown too quickly, loosely cover the dish with foil to prevent burning while the chicken finishes cooking.

Notes

  • To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an equal thickness before baking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to verify that the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, broil the dish for the last 1-2 minutes, but watch carefully to prevent burning.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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