Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe
This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a creamy Parmesan and mayonnaise mixture, baked to golden perfection. Quick to prepare and full of flavor, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that guarantees succulent results every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating Mixture
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt for lighter version)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Topping
- ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Pound chicken breasts: Even out the thickness of the chicken breasts by pounding them to approximately ¾ inch thick. This step ensures they cook evenly and remain tender.
- Prepare coating mixture: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Apply coating: Spread the prepared mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, covering the entire surface to lock in moisture and flavor.
- Optional seasoning: Place the coated chicken breasts into the baking dish and sprinkle with optional paprika or Italian seasoning for added flavor and a colorful finish.
- Bake chicken: Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the top becomes golden brown.
- Rest before serving: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist and tender.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded evenly for consistent cooking.
- Internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is essential for safe consumption.
- Resting the chicken after baking enhances juiciness and flavor.
- Optional spices like paprika or Italian seasoning add a nice touch but can be omitted based on preference.
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