Melt In Your Mouth Chicken
An irresistibly moist and tender baked chicken dish topped with a creamy, cheesy blend that truly melts in your mouth. Perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
Yield: 4 people
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $5
Equipment
- Oven Preheated to 375°F
- Baking dish (9x13) Lightly greased
- Mixing Bowl Medium size
- Spoon or spatula For spreading topping
Materials
- 4 chicken breasts Boneless, skinless, evenly sized
- 1 cup mayonnaise Or plain Greek yogurt (full fat)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt Adjust to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper Freshly ground
- 0.5 tsp paprika Optional, for color
- fresh herbs Optional, parsley or chives to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13” baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Mix until creamy and well blended.
- Place chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the creamy mixture over each chicken breast, coating them completely.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
Swap out mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
This dish is perfect for meal prep and reheats beautifully.
To freeze, let it cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
Feel free to customize with different cheeses like Asiago, Gruyère, or Mozzarella.
This dish is perfect for meal prep and reheats beautifully.
To freeze, let it cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
Feel free to customize with different cheeses like Asiago, Gruyère, or Mozzarella.