Description
A creamy, cheesy, and incredibly tender baked chicken dish featuring Parmesan and mayo—so easy and flavorful, it literally melts in your mouth!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version!)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Prepare the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts in a lightly greased baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced and not overlapping.
3️⃣ Make the Creamy Mixture:
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
4️⃣ Coat the Chicken:
- Spread the creamy Parmesan mixture evenly over each chicken breast using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
5️⃣ Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm with steamed veggies, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Want extra crunch? Mix in ½ cup of panko breadcrumbs with the Parmesan before baking!
- Make it spicy! Add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a little kick.
- Swap it up! Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter, tangy version.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes