Crispy Baked Caesar Chicken
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4
Crispy golden brown chicken with the flavours of caesar salad dressing!
ingredients
- 2 cups breadcrumbs* (gluten-free for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan cheese), grated
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pinch cayenne (optional)
- 1/2 cup caesar dressing (link)
- 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs, pounded thin
directions
- Mix the breadcrumbs, parmesan, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder and cayenne and place in a wide bowl.
- Place the dressing in a large bowl, dip the chicken into the dressing, shake off the excess, and press it into the breadcrumbs to coat on all sides, before placing on a rack on a baking pan.
- Optionally spray the chicken with oil.
- Bake in a preheated 425F/220C until golden brown and cooked (165F), about 25 minutes.
Option: *Use plain breadcrumbs, seasoned breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, or better yet: caesar croutons, processed into crumbs.
Option: Feel free to fry in oil!
Nutrition Facts: Calories 192, Fat 6.1g (Saturated 1.4g, Trans 0g), Cholesterol 24mg, Sodium 354mg, Carbs 22g (Fiber 2g, Sugars 4g), Protein 13g
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Crispy Baked Caesar Chicken Salad
Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4
A tasty caesar salad with crispy chicken!
ingredients
- 1 pound crispy baked chicken, cut into bite sized pieces (optionally warmed)
- 8 cups romaine lettuce, sliced
- 1 cup croutons (gluten-free for gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup caesar dressing (link)
- 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan cheese), grated or shredded
- pepper to taste
- 1/2 lemon, sliced
directions
- Assemble the salad, toss, and enjoy!
Option: Add bacon!
Option: Add sundried tomatoes, sliced.
Option: Add more vegetables such as cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, avocados, etc.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 367, Fat 1.1g (Saturated 2.8g, Trans 0g), Cholesterol 324mg, Sodium 554mg, Carbs 27g (Fiber 4.2g, Sugars 4g), Protein 19g
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