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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chicken Recipe - melt chicken - Melt chicken: bake incredibly juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts with a creamy Parmesan topping. Master

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chicken Recipe

Melt chicken: bake incredibly juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts with a creamy Parmesan topping. Master this simple, flavorful weeknight meal in under an hour for a delicious dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (thin breasts or halved)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon season salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic powder, season salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
  3. Spread a thin, even layer of the mayonnaise mixture on top of the chicken breasts, ensuring full coverage.
  4. Bake for 30-45 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F.
  5. For a golden-brown topping, broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

Notes

- Ensure your chicken breasts are of even thickness or halve thicker ones to promote uniform cooking and prevent dry spots. This will help every piece of melt chicken cook perfectly.
- To achieve that perfectly golden, crispy crust, make sure to broil for just a few minutes, keeping a close eye on it to prevent burning.
- For food safety, always check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer to ensure it's fully cooked and safe to eat.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.