Description
This Melt in Your Mouth Chicken is an effortless, comforting dish with a creamy Parmesan coating that keeps the chicken juicy and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Optional: 1 teaspoon dried herbs
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice or zest
- Optional: 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Optional: Freshly chopped parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and pat the chicken dry.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise (or yogurt), Parmesan, seasoning salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Coat chicken with the mixture in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle optional panko and herbs over the top if using.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5-7 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crispier topping, consider using panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, easy chicken recipe, comforting dinner, quick meal, family-friendly