Description
Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken Breast delivers tender, juicy protein that practically falls apart on your plate. Seasoned with simple herbs and baked to perfection, this dish guarantees a satisfying meal your whole family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Coating:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Grab a medium bowl and whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Pat your chicken breasts completely dry using paper towels to remove all surface moisture, which helps the coating adhere better.
- Generously slather each chicken breast with the mayonnaise mixture, ensuring total and even coverage from edge to edge.
- Sprinkle ½ cup breadcrumbs over the coated chicken breasts, gently pressing the crumbs so they stick firmly to the surface.
- Dust 2 tablespoons dried parsley evenly across the breaded chicken breasts for an aromatic finishing touch.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, keeping them separated to allow proper heat circulation.
- Slide the dish into the preheated 375°F oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, tracking the internal temperature until it reaches exactly 165°F.
- After removing from the oven, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute and prevent dryness.
- Verify doneness by cutting into the thickest part of a breast, confirming no pink remains and the meat is completely white.
Notes
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry before coating to help the mayonnaise mixture stick better and create a crispier exterior.
- Use fresh parmesan cheese instead of pre-grated for a richer, more authentic flavor that melts smoothly into the coating.
- For a lower-fat version, swap regular mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a light mayonnaise to reduce calories without sacrificing moisture.
- When checking doneness, use a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken to guarantee food safety and perfectly cooked meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 495 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg