Description
This baked ‘Melt in Your Mouth Chicken’ features juicy chicken breasts coated with a creamy, cheesy Parmesan-mayo mixture, seasoned perfectly and baked until golden. It’s an easy, comforting, and flavorful dish ideal for weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt)
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry and place in a lightly greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for a spicy twist.
- Mix in chopped herbs like parsley or thyme for freshness.
- Try mozzarella or Romano for cheese variations.
- Sprinkle seasoned breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven to preserve texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
