Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Recipe
Incredibly tender baked chicken with a creamy Parmesan topping that keeps the meat moist and flavorful. This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken lives up to its name!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Perfect Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 pounds)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for searing)
Amazing Creamy Topping
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Extras
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
- Red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Prepare the chicken breasts by seasoning them with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Optionally, sear the chicken in a skillet for extra flavor, then transfer to the baking dish.
- Make the Creamy Mixture: Mix sour cream, mayo, spices, and Parmesan until creamy.
- Cover Chicken: Spread the creamy mixture generously over each chicken breast.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F. Broil for a golden top if desired.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before garnishing and serving.
Notes
- This recipe works great with fresh Parmesan, but pre-grated cheese can be used as well.
- Ensure the creamy mixture is evenly spread for a delicious, golden crust on the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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