Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe
This melt-in-your-mouth chicken breast recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish made with tender chicken breasts coated in a delicious mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan, and simple seasonings. It’s baked to perfection, keeping the chicken moist and juicy every time. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe pairs well with vegetables, rice, or pasta for a complete, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For a crispier topping, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with sour cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg