Description
Easy Baked Caesar Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a rich, flavorful, and comforting dinner recipe featuring juicy chicken breasts baked in creamy Caesar dressing, served with cheesy parmesan pasta. This easy Caesar chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ cup creamy Caesar dressing
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Reserved pasta water (as needed)
Instructions
For the Chicken:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place chicken in the baking dish. Spread Caesar dressing evenly over the top of each piece.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
For the Pasta:
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
- Add cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix until the sauce is smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve pasta with baked Caesar chicken, sliced or whole.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Add lemon zest to the dressing for brightness.
- Toss steamed broccoli or spinach into the pasta for added greens.
- Top chicken with breadcrumbs before baking for crunch.
- Reheat pasta with a splash of milk or cream to maintain texture.
