Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken Recipe
This Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken recipe is a delicious and creamy baked chicken dish that is easy to make and perfect for a comforting dinner. The chicken breasts are coated in a flavorful mixture of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings, then baked until golden and bubbly. Serve with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating:
- 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 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
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the coating: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
- Coat the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and spread the mixture evenly over the top of each one.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version with extra protein.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple green salad.
- Leftovers make great sandwiches or wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
