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Caesar Chicken: The Ultimate Juicy & Flavorful Recipe

This Caesar Chicken recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken breasts marinated and baked in a classic Caesar-style sauce. Perfect for salads, wraps, or as a main course, it's a quick and easy weeknight dinner hero.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Homemade Caesar Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp anchovy paste optional

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Dish
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Meat Thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and turn to coat them completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer in a baking dish.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. While the chicken bakes, prepare the dressing. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovy paste (if using) until smooth.
  6. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  7. Serve the sliced chicken warm, drizzled with the homemade Caesar dressing.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalProtein: 38gFat: 25g

Notes

Don't Overcook: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F without going over for maximum juiciness.
Even Thickness: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
Storage: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Keyword baked chicken,Caesar Chicken,Chicken Caesar

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