Description
This Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken recipe is a simple and delicious dish that will have your taste buds dancing. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are coated in a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and flavorful spices, then baked to perfection. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Coat Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and spread the mixture over each piece.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and topping is golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
Notes:
- You can substitute sour cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
