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Mayo-and-Parmesan Chicken

A simple, hearty chicken dish with a creamy mayonnaise and Parmesan crust that delivers juicy and tender meat with minimal prep time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt) For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt.
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is preferred for best melt and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning Optional for color and extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap or in a zip bag. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness of about ¾ inch.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and uniform.
Cooking
  1. Spread a generous, even layer of the mixture over the top of each chicken breast, covering the surface completely.
  2. Arrange the coated breasts in the prepared baking dish, leaving a little space between them. Sprinkle the optional paprika or Italian seasoning on top.
  3. Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part and the topping is golden.
  4. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 29gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 900mgSugar: 1g

Notes

You can assemble the coated breasts in the dish and refrigerate for up to 8 hours before baking. This recipe is versatile; feel free to substitute Greek yogurt for mayo or adjust seasonings as desired.

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