Melt-In-Your-Mouth Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
This melt-in-your-mouth baked chicken breast recipe delivers ultra-juicy, tender chicken every time using a simple oven-baked method and a creamy seasoning coating. No dry chicken here—this easy dinner recipe is perfect for weeknights, meal prep, and healthy family meals.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (similar size)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- Flavor Coating
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp salt
- Optional
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with foil.
- Pat chicken breasts dry. If thick, lightly pound to even thickness.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top if using.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Remove from oven once internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- The creamy topping seals in moisture, preventing dry chicken.
- Resting time is essential for juicy results.
- For extra browning, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end (optional).