Baked Caesar Chicken – Dinner, Dishes and Desserts

Are you looking for a new easy and tasty chicken recipe? Try our Baked Caesar Chicken! Tender chicken breasts coated in a creamy Caesar dressing and baked to perfection.

Tired of the same boring chicken dinners over and over again? Then our Baked Caesar Chicken recipe is for you! This delicious and easy to make dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you need something quick and filling. Tender chicken coated in creamy Caesar dressing, topped with crunchy breadcrumbs and baked to perfection. It’s a meal that pleases the crowds and will have your family craving seconds (and maybe even thirds!). With just 5 ingredients, you’ll have it on the table in no time!

Why You’ll Love This Caesar Chicken

• Super easy – Just 5 ingredients and about 5 minutes of work are enough to prep this chicken dinner for the oven.
• Tastefully – Caesar dressing is packed with flavor and adds a lot of flavor to this chicken. Use your favorite brand and it should work great.
• Versatile – This is a very simple recipe that you can prepare yourself. Instead of parmesan cheese, there is mozzarella or provolone. If you like it spicy, sprinkle with crushed red pepper. Get creative and make this something your family enjoys!

What You Need for Baked Caesar Chicken

Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card for measurements and full instructions!

• Chicken breast
• parmesan cheese
• Caesar dressing
• Black pepper
• Italian panko breadcrumbs

How to make Caesar Chicken

• Season chicken. Season the chicken with black pepper and arrange in a casserole dish. I think there’s enough salt in the cheese and dressing so I don’t add any, but you can definitely add it if you want.
• Pour over the dressing. While the chicken is in the pan, sprinkle on the parmesan cheese and even pour the dressing over the chicken. If necessary, you can spread it on the chicken with a spatula.
• Add topping. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the chicken in a nice, even layer.
• Bake. Bake for about 25 minutes or until the chicken is done. An instant read thermometer reads 165°F.

How long does it take to bake chicken breasts?

It really depends on how thick the chicken breast is. Standard grocery store chicken cuts have grown very thick, weighing nearly a pound each. I like to cut them into butterfly shapes (cut in half lengthwise) so I have 2 thinner chicken breasts. I use that for this recipe. They’re about to cook 25-30 minutes at 375°F.

The best way to know when the chicken is done is to take the temperature. It just has to be cook to 165°F. Many people are so concerned about undercooking that they dry it out and cook way too long. So use a thermometer to test your meat and you’ll end up with the best, juiciest and most tender chicken!

Can I use a different cut of chicken or meat?

Yes, you can also use boneless chicken thighs in this recipe. You really could Use any piece of chicken, even on the bone, but your cooking times will change quite a bit. If you’re in a hurry, chicken tenders work really well, they’re cut small enough and they cook a lot quicker!

Recipe tips and variations

• Use full fat. I like to use full-fat Caesar dressing for this recipe. Sometimes the dressing can come off and get oily, and I find this tends to be the case with the lower-fat dressings. They contain more fluid, so it’s more common.
• Keep the medium temperature. I often like to cook chicken at a higher temperature so it gets crispier outside, but when using a cream sauce you want to keep the temperature more moderate so the sauce doesn’t curdle and separate. 375° is about as high as I like to eat when making this recipe.
• Mix in the cheese. The recipe calls for Parmesan cheese, it goes really well with a Chicken Caesar Salad, so why not use it here! But you can also use mozzarella or provolone, they tasted really good. You can make more of these and make a cheese dish out of them too. There is just enough flavor in this version.
• Use a thermometer. The best way to know when the chicken is done is to test the temperature. You don’t have to have dry and overcooked chicken to know it’s safe to eat. Test the temperature and when it reads 165°F, remove from the oven to serve. It should be super juicy and tender.

I use the Thermapen Mk4 to check the temperature of the meat throughout the cooking process. It is the most accurate thermometer I have found and have used for years!

How to Store Leftover Baked Caesar Chicken

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. You can reheat it in the microwave, but the sauce will start to come off. If you want to use the microwave, it is best to use 50% power to warm it up slowly.

It is best to bake it in the oven at 180ºC until warmed through.

What goes with baked chicken?

This is a super versatile dinner that you can serve with your favorite side dishes!

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