Description
These MIYM (Melt In Your Mouth) Chicken Breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that will have your taste buds singing. With a creamy, flavorful mayo and Parmesan topping, these baked chicken breasts are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them in the baking dish.
- Top with mayo mixture: Spread the mayo mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
- Optional broil: Broil for the last 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
- Rest and garnish: Remove from the oven, let rest, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier alternative to mayonnaise.
- This dish pairs well with rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad.
- Pound thicker chicken breasts to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
