Go Back
Cast iron Caesar chicken skillet dinner with asparagus served on a white plate
Print Recipe
No ratings yet

Cast Iron Caesar Chicken Skillet with Asparagus

This Caesar chicken skillet is a quick and flavorful dinner made with boneless chicken breasts, Girard’s Caesar Dressing, fresh asparagus, and parmesan. Baked in a cast iron skillet, it’s a weeknight dinner that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cast iron, chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about ½" thick)
  • Salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup Caesar salad dressing Girard’s recommended
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ to 1 lb fresh asparagus spears
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning.
  • Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the skillet and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
  • Pour Caesar dressing evenly over the chicken. Sprinkle with grated parmesan.
  • Add trimmed asparagus spears to the skillet and season with a little salt and pepper.
  • Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and chicken reaches 165°F internally.
  • Serve hot with pan sauce spooned over top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1breast | Calories: 400kcal