Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast
A simple yet flavorful recipe for chicken breasts that melt in your mouth, cooked to perfection using minimal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 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
- Optional: ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¾ inch.
- Combine the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl and mix until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly over each chicken breast, ensuring complete coverage.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with optional paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving for maximum juiciness.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and texture. Don’t skip the resting period after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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