Description
This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe is a quick and delicious way to prepare juicy chicken with a flavorful Parmesan crust. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.
- Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add some lemon zest to the topping mixture.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- This recipe also works well with chicken thighs if you prefer dark meat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
