Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast
Tender, juicy chicken breasts that practically melt in your mouth, perfect for busy weekdays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¾ inch to ensure even cooking.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, ensuring every bit is coated in flavor.
- Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish, and for an extra pop of flavor, sprinkle with optional paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Bake uncovered for 35 to 45 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing those juices to settle back in.
Notes
For a lighter option, swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt. Don’t skip the resting time for juicy chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 125mg