Oven-Baked Caesar Chicken with Creamy Dijon Parmesan Sauce

Juicy • Creamy • Easy Weeknight Dinner

This Oven-Baked Caesar Chicken is rich, flavorful, and incredibly simple. Tender chicken breasts are baked in a creamy Dijon-Parmesan Caesar sauce that feels indulgent but comes together with pantry staples. Perfect for a cozy dinner or entertaining guests.

⏱ Time & Yield

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
• Total Time: ~45 minutes
• Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients

Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• ½ tsp black pepper

Creamy Dijon Parmesan Sauce

• ½ cup Caesar dressing
• ¼ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter)
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ¼ tsp paprika (optional)

Optional Garnish

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Extra Parmesan cheese

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.

2️⃣ Prepare Chicken
Place chicken breasts in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together Caesar dressing, cream, Dijon mustard, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, and paprika.

4️⃣ Assemble
Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, coating well.

5️⃣ Bake
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and sauce is bubbly.

6️⃣ Serve
Rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or steamed rice
• Pair with garlic bread or a fresh salad
• Spoon extra sauce over pasta or quinoa

🧠 Nutrition Information (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 420–480 kcal
• Protein: 38–42 g
• Fat: 28–32 g
• Carbohydrates: 4–6 g
• Calcium: ~25% Daily Value

(Values vary by dressing and cream used)

💡 Tips & Variations

• Lighter Option: Use light Caesar dressing + half-and-half
• Low-Carb/Keto: This recipe is naturally low-carb
• Extra Cheesy: Add mozzarella during last 5 minutes
• Spicy: Add chili flakes or cayenne
• Juicier Chicken: Pound breasts to even thickness before baking

 Q & A – Common Questions

Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
A: Yes! Boneless thighs work well—bake 5–10 minutes longer.

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble up to 24 hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate.

Q: Can I freeze this dish?
A: Chicken freezes well, but creamy sauces may slightly change texture after thawing.

Q: Why use Dijon mustard?
A: It adds depth and balances the richness of the cream and cheese.

Q: Is this recipe kid-friendly?
A: Yes—flavorful but not spicy.

⭐ Pro Tip

For a golden top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end—watch closely.

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Sara Mitchell

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