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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe

Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe
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This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe offers a deliciously creamy and flavorful way to prepare tender chicken breasts. Coated with a savory mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and spices, the chicken comes out juicy and perfectly seasoned, making it an ideal dinner option for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Coating Mixture

  • 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt for lighter version)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Optional Topping

  • ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for the chicken once coated.
  2. Prepare the Coating Mixture: In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Using a spoon or brush, evenly coat each chicken breast with the prepared mayonnaise mixture, ensuring full coverage on all sides.
  4. Add Optional Seasoning: Sprinkle paprika or Italian seasoning on top of the coated chicken breasts if using, for added color and flavor.
  5. Bake the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain its juiciness and enhance flavor.

Notes

  • Using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise reduces calories and fat while maintaining creaminess.
  • Adjust salt according to your taste or dietary restrictions.
  • To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to a uniform thickness before coating.
  • Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to maintain moisture.

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Keywords: chicken breast recipe, baked chicken, easy chicken dinner, creamy chicken, parmesan chicken

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