Description
Creamy melt in your mouth chicken brings together succulent poultry with a rich, velvety sauce that elevates home cooking. Comfort meets elegance in this simple yet sophisticated dish home cooks will adore.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Creamy Coating:
- 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt (such as Lowry’s)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal cooking environment for tender chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper until the mixture forms a smooth, creamy coating.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish and generously spread the prepared mixture across the top, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Transfer the coated chicken to the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and the topping turns golden and slightly crispy.
- Once fully cooked, remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute and enhance the overall moisture of the chicken.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a vibrant pop of color and a subtle herbaceous note before serving.
Notes
- Choose low-fat Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise to reduce calories and boost protein content for a healthier version of the dish.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or nutritional yeast for dairy-free alternatives that still provide rich, savory flavor.
- Pat chicken breasts dry before coating to help the mixture adhere better and create a crispier, more consistent topping during baking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 427
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg