Baked Caesar Chicken: Indulgent Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rotini Recipe
Delve into a rich and creamy dish with our Baked Caesar Chicken served with Garlic Parmesan Rotini. This indulgent recipe blends the classic Caesar flavors with a comforting pasta that is sure to please.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts and Caesar dressing, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
- Place the coated chicken in a baking dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the cooked rotini to the skillet, tossing to combine with the garlic.
- Season with salt and black pepper, mixing well.
- Serve the baked chicken over a bed of garlic Parmesan rotini.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like parsley or basil.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for quick weeknight dinners.