Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chicken Breasts
A simple and delicious recipe for chicken breasts that ensures tender, juicy results with a creamy topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise or yogurt, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the creamy mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with fresh herbs.
Notes
Marinate chicken in the creamy mixture for a richer flavor. For a crowd, double the recipe but adjust cooking time as necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Find it online: https://sousviderecipe.com/melt-in-your-mouth-chicken-breasts/