Description
Succulent melt in your mouth chicken breast delivers tender, juicy flavors straight from culinary heaven. Seasoned with perfect spices and baked to golden perfection, this dish promises a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 pounds)
Cheese and Creamy Base:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (optional)
- Fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare oven to 375°F, ensuring proper rack positioning for even heat distribution.
- Create a creamy seasoning blend by whisking mayonnaise with grated Parmesan, infusing aromatic garlic and onion powders, complemented by paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a clean baking dish, ensuring minimal overlap for consistent cooking.
- Generously coat each chicken piece with the prepared seasoning mixture, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Transfer the seasoned chicken into preheated oven, allowing 25-30 minutes of cooking time until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Verify doneness by checking for golden-brown exterior and clear juices when pierced.
- Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 3-5 minutes to retain moisture and enhance flavor absorption.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Serve immediately while chicken remains tender and succulent.
Notes
- Use room temperature chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Choose full-fat mayonnaise for richer flavor and more tender chicken texture.
- Pat chicken dry before coating to help the seasoning mixture adhere better and create a crispier top layer.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise to reduce calories and add extra protein for a healthier version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 355 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg