Description
Juicy, tender chicken breasts pounded to even thickness, smothered in a rich and creamy blend of Caesar dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, and cracked black pepper, then topped with a thick layer of freshly grated Parmesan and baked until golden, bubbling, and irresistible. A ridiculously simple yet deeply impressive dinner ready in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 3 large chicken breasts, pounded to 1-inch thickness
- 1 cup (240ml) Caesar dressing, creamy style
- ½ cup (120ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup (100g) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, divided
- ½ tsp (2.5g) garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons (30g) fresh parsley, finely minced
- 1 tsp (5g) black pepper, coarsely cracked
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or similar oven-safe dish and set aside.
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides lightly with salt and cracked black pepper and arrange in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, cracked black pepper, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and well combined.
- Spoon the Caesar mixture evenly over each chicken breast, spreading it all the way to the edges to fully coat the top and sides of each piece.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese in a generous, even layer over the Caesar-coated chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 22–25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the Parmesan topping is deeply golden and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and rest for 3–5 minutes. Scatter fresh minced parsley over the top and serve immediately.
Notes
- Pound the chicken to an even thickness before baking — this is the single most important step for ensuring every piece cooks evenly and stays juicy throughout.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan from a block rather than pre-grated for significantly better melting, browning, and overall flavor in the finished dish.
- Do not cover the dish while baking — the uncovered heat is what creates that irresistible golden Parmesan crust on top.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 mins