Name: Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast – Juicy & Easy Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; optional chopped parsley or thyme for garnish

Description

This easy chicken breast recipe yields tender, juicy meat coated in a creamy Parmesan topping. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

optional chopped parsley or thyme for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

2. Pat chicken breasts dry and place in the prepared dish.

3. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Spread the mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.

5. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the topping is lightly golden.

6. Remove from oven and let rest, tented with foil, for 5 minutes before serving.

7. Garnish with chopped parsley or thyme if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast

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