Description
This melt-in-your-mouth chicken breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken coated with a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings. Baked to perfection, it results in moist, flavorful chicken with minimal prep—perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.
Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the top is golden brown.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serv
Notes
For added brightness, stir lemon zest into the topping mixture.
Serve alongside roasted vegetables, rice, or a green salad.
This recipe also works great with chicken thighs for a juicier, richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg