Description
This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe is a surefire way to enjoy juicy, flavorful chicken that’s easy to make and incredibly delicious. With a simple mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese topping, these chicken breasts bake to perfection for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Topping:
- 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: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix topping: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare chicken: Place chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.
- Add topping: Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internally and turns golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding lemon zest to the topping mixture.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- This recipe is also suitable for chicken thighs if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
