Description

This Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken recipe is a simple yet delightful dish that features tender chicken breasts coated in a creamy, flavorful mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and spices. Baked to perfection, this dish is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce:

1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika

Garnish:

Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Mix Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Coat Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and spread the mayonnaise mixture over each piece.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tops are golden.
Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

You can substitute sour cream for mayonnaise or use half mayo and half Greek yogurt.
For added crunch, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top before baking.
This recipe also works well with chicken thighs.