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Melt-In-Your-Mouth Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
This delicious baked chicken breast is coated with a creamy Parmesan topping, resulting in tender, flavorful meat with a golden crust.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt) (for lighter version)
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare baking dish.
- Pound chicken to ¾ inch thickness. Mix mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Spread topping on chicken, place in dish, sprinkle with paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C) and topping is golden.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version or adjust seasoning to taste.