Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Breast
This easy Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Breast is creamy, tender, and packed with flavor—perfect for any weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup mayonnaise or substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Topping
- In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Step 3: Prepare the Chicken
- Arrange the chicken breasts in the greased baking dish in a single layer. If some are particularly thick, consider butterflying or pounding them slightly for even cooking.
Step 4: Spread the Mixture
- Using a spoon or spatula, evenly coat the top of each chicken breast with the creamy mayo mixture. Don’t worry about being too precise—this layer will melt into the chicken beautifully.
Step 5: Bake
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and the topping is lightly golden and bubbly.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.