Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
- Pound the chicken breasts to about ¾ inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Spread the creamy mixture evenly on top of each chicken breast.
- Arrange the coated chicken in the greased baking dish and sprinkle with optional seasoning if desired.
- Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For lighter options, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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