Crispy Baked Caesar Chicken - Tender & Flavor-Packed (Print Version)
Baked Caesar Chicken with crispy parmesan crust and tangy caesar flavors. Easy weeknight dinner that's tender, juicy, and restaurant-quality at home.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-free option available
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 -
3/4 cup caesar dressing
→ Crispy Coating
03 -
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 -
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings & Spices
05 -
1 tsp garlic powder
06 -
1 tsp Italian seasoning
07 -
Salt and pepper to taste
→ Optional Extras
08 -
Red pepper flakes for heat
09 -
Extra parmesan for serving
10 -
Fresh lemon wedges
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to 3/4 inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
02 -
Pour caesar dressing into shallow dish. Mix panko, parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in another dish.
03 -
Dip each chicken breast in caesar dressing, then press into breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides generously.
04 -
Place coated chicken on parchment-lined baking sheet with space between pieces.
05 -
Bake 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and coating is golden brown.
06 -
Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing to keep juices locked in.
# Notes:
01 -
Pat chicken completely dry before coating—wet chicken makes soggy coating every time.
02 -
Store leftovers in fridge for 3-4 days and reheat in oven to maintain crispiness.
03 -
Regular breadcrumbs work but panko gives the best crispy texture.
04 -
This coating mixture freezes well for future quick dinners.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Baking sheet
02 -
shallow dishes
03 -
meat mallet
04 -
meat thermometer
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 385
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 12g
Protein: 42g