Description

This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts baked to perfection with a creamy sour cream and Parmesan cheese topping, seasoned with garlic powder, seasoned salt, and freshly ground black pepper. The chicken is roasted and finished under the broiler to achieve a golden, crispy crust, making it a delicious and easy meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken

3 pounds boneless chicken breasts, trimmed of extra fat

Seasoning & Topping

1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided (1 cup + 1/2 cup)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set your oven temperature to 375°F to ensure it is hot and ready for cooking the chicken evenly.
Prepare the baking dish: Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleaning easier.
Mix the topping: In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, garlic powder, seasoned salt, freshly ground black pepper, and 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese until well blended.
Arrange the chicken: Place the boneless chicken breasts evenly spaced in the prepared baking dish for uniform cooking.
Apply the sour cream mixture: Spread the sour cream and cheese mixture over each chicken breast thoroughly to cover them completely, ensuring flavorful moisture.
Add remaining Parmesan: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese evenly over the sour cream-coated chicken breasts to create a cheesy topping.
Roast the chicken: Place the baking dish in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring it is safe to eat and tender.
Broil for crispiness: Switch the oven to broil and place the baking dish under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the top is lightly browned and crispy for added texture and flavor.
Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the chicken immediately while hot and juicy for the best taste experience.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to guarantee the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to the sour cream mixture.
If you prefer less fat, you can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
This recipe works well with chicken thighs but adjust cooking time accordingly.
Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently to retain moisture.