Description
This Caesar Chicken with Asparagus recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for a satisfying dinner. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are coated in creamy Caesar dressing, topped with Parmesan cheese, and baked to perfection alongside fresh asparagus. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges for a bright finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Asparagus:
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Additional:
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Season Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the dish, season with garlic powder and black pepper.
- Add Dressing and Cheese: Pour Caesar dressing over the chicken, coating each piece. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prepare Asparagus: Arrange asparagus around the chicken, drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and asparagus is tender.
- Optional Broil: For a golden top, broil for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges if desired, then serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute green beans or broccoli for asparagus.
- Use a thick Caesar dressing for the best coating.
- This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with asparagus
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
