Description
Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Breast brings pure comfort to your dinner table with tender, juicy meat that practically whispers deliciousness. Seasoned simply and baked to perfection, this classic dish delivers satisfying flavor without complicated techniques, making weeknight cooking a breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces / 170 grams each)
Dairy and Condiments:
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Crank the oven to 375°F (190°C). Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Whisk 1 cup mayonnaise, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and ½ tsp paprika into a smooth, creamy blend.
- Use paper towels to thoroughly dry 4 chicken breasts. Sprinkle each side with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Nestle the chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish. Generously slather the creamy mixture across the top of each breast, ensuring complete coverage.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes until your meat thermometer reads 165°F (75°C). For extra pizzazz, switch to broil and cook 2-3 minutes to achieve a golden, bubbling surface.
- Pull the chicken from the oven. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes, letting juices redistribute. Sprinkle 1 tsp dried parsley on top for a fresh finishing touch.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness, avoiding overcooking which dries out the meat.
- Opt for full-fat mayonnaise to ensure a rich, creamy topping that helps keep the chicken tender.
- For a lower-fat version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise and use reduced-fat Parmesan.
- Fresh garlic can replace garlic powder for a more intense flavor profile, but use half the recommended amount.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 374 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg