Description

This Mayo Parmesan Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of juicy chicken breasts coated with a flavorful mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and herbs, baked to golden perfection. A simple yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Chicken:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Coating:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (optional for crunch)

Garnish:

Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
Mix the coating: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
Coat the chicken: Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and spread the mayo-Parmesan mixture over the tops. Add breadcrumbs for crunch, if desired.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and the topping is golden.
Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and seasoning before baking.
This recipe can also be made with chicken thighs.