Description
Succulent melt in your mouth chicken bake celebrates comfort food with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Creamy, herbed chicken promises a delightful dining experience you’ll savor to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or 240 ml, Greek yogurt optional)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375F (190C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl to create a creamy, flavorful coating.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced for consistent cooking.
- Generously spread the prepared mixture over the top of each chicken piece, covering the surface completely.
- Dust the coated chicken with a light sprinkle of paprika, adding a hint of color and subtle warmth.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F (74C).
- Once fully cooked, remove from the oven and let rest briefly to allow juices to redistribute.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and added freshness.
- Serve immediately while warm, enjoying the tender, flavor-packed chicken.
Notes
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed version that maintains the creamy texture.
- Use gluten-free Parmesan cheese and ensure all spices are certified gluten-free to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Pat chicken breasts dry before coating to help the seasoning mixture adhere better and create a crispier top layer.
- For extra flavor complexity, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or dried herbs like thyme or rosemary to the cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg