Creamy Caesar Chicken with Roasted Asparagus

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Creamy Caesar Chicken with Roasted Asparagus 🍗🥬

This one-pan wonder combines juicy chicken, crispy asparagus, and rich Caesar flavors for a quick, elegant meal ready in 30 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Asparagus:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 bunch asparagus, tough ends trimmed

2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)

For the Caesar Sauce:

¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp grated Parmesan

1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 small garlic clove, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
½ tsp anchovy paste (optional, for authentic flavor)
2 tbsp water (to thin if needed)

Optional Garnish:

Lemon wedges

Fresh parsley
Croutons

Instructions

1. Prep & Season:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Place chicken and asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Make the Caesar Sauce:

Whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon, Worcestershire, garlic, and anchovy paste (if using). Thin with water if needed.

3. Assemble & Bake:

Spread half the Caesar sauce over the chicken.

Sprinkle ¼ cup Parmesan over everything.
Bake for 20–25 minutes (until chicken hits 165°F/74°C and asparagus is tender-crisp).

4. Serve:

Drizzle with remaining sauce. Garnish with extra Parmesan, lemon, and parsley.

Pro Tips

🔥 For crispier chicken: Broil 2–3 minutes at the end.
🍋 Extra tang? Add lemon zest to the sauce.
⏱ Shortcut: Use 3 tbsp store-bought Caesar dressing instead of homemade sauce.

Sides to Complete the Meal

Garlic mashed potatoes

Crispy roasted potatoes
A simple Caesar salad

Why You’ll Love It:
✔️ Gluten-free (check Worcestershire label).
✔️ Keto-friendly (low-carb!).
✔️ Fancy enough for date night, easy enough for weeknights.

Want a grilled version or tips for meal prepping this dish? Let me know! 😊