Description
This Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chicken recipe features juicy, tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy, flavorful blend of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and spices. Baked to golden perfection, it’s an easy, comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Topping
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Ensuring the chicken is dry helps the topping stick better and promotes even browning.
- Mix the Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), shredded Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Assemble: Place the chicken breasts evenly spaced in the prepared baking dish. Spread the creamy topping evenly over each piece of chicken, covering them completely.
- Bake: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the topping turns bubbly and golden brown.
- Rest & Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after baking. This resting period helps the juices redistribute within the meat, ensuring a moist and flavorful bite. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Patting the chicken dry before topping prevents sogginess.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
Keywords: chicken breast recipe, baked chicken, creamy chicken, Parmesan crusted chicken, easy dinner, weeknight chicken
