Description
Savory Caesar chicken with asparagus elevates home cooking with Mediterranean-inspired elegance. Crisp herbs, zesty dressing, and tender chicken create a perfect dinner plate you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
Seasoning and Flavoring:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Vegetables and Garnish:
- 1 pound asparagus spears (trimmed)
- 1 lemon (cut into wedges for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal roasting environment for the chicken and asparagus.
- Generously season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Place a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle with olive oil, and sear chicken breasts until a golden-brown crust develops on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Liberally coat each chicken breast with Caesar dressing, allowing the creamy sauce to envelope the meat, then sprinkle a layer of Parmesan cheese for added richness.
- Arrange fresh asparagus spears around the chicken in the skillet, creating a vibrant green border that will roast alongside the protein.
- Dust the asparagus with garlic powder and optionally scatter additional Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Carefully slide the skillet into the preheated oven, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly and the asparagus to become tender-crisp, approximately 20 minutes.
- Verify chicken doneness by confirming an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest briefly, allowing juices to redistribute.
- Finish the dish by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the chicken and asparagus, adding a bright, citrusy note to the rich, savory flavors.
- Serve immediately while the dish is hot, presenting a perfectly balanced meal of tender chicken and crisp asparagus.
Notes
- Achieve perfectly cooked chicken by using a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Opt for fresh, thin asparagus spears to ensure quick and even cooking alongside the chicken in the same skillet.
- Enhance flavor by choosing a high-quality Caesar dressing with robust garlic and anchovy undertones for a more gourmet taste experience.
- Save cleanup time by using an oven-proof skillet that can go directly from stovetop to oven, reducing the number of dishes used.
- Elevate the dish’s brightness with a fresh lemon squeeze just before serving, which adds a zesty contrast to the rich Caesar coating.
- Customize the recipe by experimenting with different cheese types like Romano or adding extra herbs like basil or thyme for personal flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg