Description
Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Breast turns ordinary dinner into a delectable experience that’ll have your family asking for seconds. Tender, juicy chicken comes together with simple seasonings to create a reliable meal that brings comfort to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Dairy & Binding Ingredients:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
Seasonings & Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Pound each chicken breast to a uniform ½-inch thickness, then generously season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Blend ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon paprika in a small mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Transfer the seasoned chicken breasts to a greased baking dish, spreading the creamy mixture evenly across the top of each piece.
- Place the baking dish in a preheated 375°F oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, ensuring your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- For an extra golden and crispy top, switch your oven to broil and cook the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, which helps retain its juicy texture.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or chives over the chicken for a vibrant finishing touch before serving alongside your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Use thin chicken breasts or pound them evenly to ensure uniform cooking and tender results.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to help the mayo mixture adhere and create a crispy golden crust.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken reaches safe 165°F without overcooking.
- For a lighter version, swap regular mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or low-fat mayo to reduce calories while maintaining moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg