Description
A tender, juicy chicken breast topped with a creamy, cheesy mixture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about ¾ inch thick).
- In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Spread the mixture generously over each chicken breast.
- Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle optional paprika or Italian seasoning on top if desired.
- Bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added moisture, consider brining the chicken before preparation. Experiment with different cheeses for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, family recipe, creamy chicken