Description
Make this Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast for a tender, juicy, and flavorful dish! With a creamy Parmesan topping, this easy baked chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 35 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the Chicken – Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Make the Topping – In a bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Parmesan cheese, and dried parsley (if using).
- Coat the Chicken – Spread the creamy mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake – Place in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and Serve – Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Low-Fat Option – Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Cheese Lover’s Twist – Add shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
- Spicy Kick – Include a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- Crunchy Coating – Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the topping before baking.
- Golden Finish – Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Melt in Your Mouth Chicken, baked chicken breast, creamy chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, Parmesan chicken