Description
A creamy, cheesy baked chicken dish that is juicy and satisfying, perfect for family dinners or quick meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¾ inch.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread the mixture generously over each chicken breast.
- Place the coated chicken in the baking dish and sprinkle with optional paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) and the top is golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider various toppings like sun-dried tomatoes or spinach. Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier result.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg