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Close-up of sliced pan-seared chicken breast showing juicy interior and golden-brown crust. (Caesar Chicken)

Caesar Chicken: The Ultimate Pan-Seared Creamy Garlic Experience

A stunning Caesar Chicken recipe featuring juicy pan-seared breasts with golden char marks, topped with a thick, creamy garlic-parmesan sauce, fresh parsley, and coarse black pepper. Perfect for a quick, restaurant-quality 30-minute weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Caesar Chicken Ingredients
  • 2 large Chicken Breasts approx. 500g, boneless and skinless
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil 30ml, or other high-smoke-point oil
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt 6g
  • 1 tsp Coarse Black Pepper 3g, freshly cracked
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise 120ml
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice 15ml, freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese 25g, finely grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic 10g, minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley 15g, finely chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet or Grill Pan Essential for achieving char marks.
  • 1 Small Whisk For emulsifying the creamy sauce.
  • 1 Chef's knife For uniform slicing.

Instructions
 

Prep and Sear
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt and half of the coarse pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until deep golden-brown char marks appear and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
Sauce and Assembly
  1. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, parmesan, half the parsley, and remaining pepper until thick and creamy.
  2. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then slice into strips. Arrange in a dish, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with the remaining parsley.

Notes

Always dry the chicken thoroughly to ensure the best sear.
Rest the meat before slicing to keep the interior juicy.
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