Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Recipe
This Melt in Your Mouth Chicken recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that will surely become a family favorite. Tender chicken breasts coated with a creamy Parmesan and mayonnaise mixture, baked to perfection with a golden crust. Easy to make and incredibly delicious!
- Author: Maya Quinn
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1⁄2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended to form a creamy paste.
- Coat Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the baking dish. Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over each chicken breast, ensuring they are well coated.
- Add Flavor: Sprinkle paprika evenly over the coated chicken breasts for added flavor and color.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the top is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can customize the seasoning mix by adding herbs or spices of your choice.
- Ensure the chicken reaches the correct internal temperature for safe consumption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Melt in Your Mouth Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Baked Chicken, Parmesan Chicken