Baked Caesar Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Linguine
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Creamy Parmesan Linguine:
1 pound linguine pasta
4 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges for garnish
Directions:
1. Get Started: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prep the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Make the Caesar Mixture: In another bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, parsley, Italian seasoning, and breadcrumbs.
4. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the olive oil mixture, then dredge it in the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to make sure it sticks.
5. Bake the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown. An internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is perfect.
6. Cook the Pasta: While the chicken is baking, cook the linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
7. Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same pot you cooked the pasta, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
8. Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and nutmeg until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
9. Toss the Pasta: Add the cooked linguine to the creamy sauce and toss to coat. Stir in the fresh basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve: Plate the creamy Parmesan linguine and top with a baked Caesar chicken breast. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a lemon wedge.
Enjoy every single bite!
Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 4 | Calories: Approximately 750 per serving