Description
This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that will become a family favorite. Tender chicken breasts are coated with a creamy, cheesy topping and baked to perfection, resulting in a dish that truly lives up to its name.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare chicken: Lightly grease a baking dish and place the chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Make topping: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until smooth.
- Cover chicken: Spread the mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and topping is golden brown.
- Rest and garnish: Remove from oven, let rest, and garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
Notes:
- You can substitute sour cream for the mayonnaise for a tangier flavor.
- Greek yogurt is a lighter option.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
