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Melt in Your Mouth Chicken

This Melt in Your Mouth Chicken is tender, juicy, and covered in a creamy Parmesan topping. Try this easy baked chicken recipe tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 to 2 lbs total)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or full-fat plain Greek yogurt0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon garlic powder0.5 teaspoon seasoned salt, such as Lawry's0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperFresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon seasoned salt, such as Lawry's
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is smooth and well combined.
  4. Spread the creamy Parmesan mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure each piece is completely covered.
  5. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
  6. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g

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