Description
This Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken Breast recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a satisfying dinner. The combination of Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, and spices creates a rich topping that keeps the chicken breasts moist and tender. Baked to perfection, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Topping:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Mix the topping: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt (or mayo), Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Coat the chicken: Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and spread the yogurt mixture over them.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and topping is golden.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, and garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- This recipe works well with chicken thighs too.
- For extra flavor, add dried Italian herbs or crushed red pepper.
- Serve with roasted veggies, rice, or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
