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Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken

Creamy and cheesy, this Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken is a simple dish that transforms chicken breasts into a rich and flavorful meal, ready in under 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 6 ounces each
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder
For the Mayonnaise Parmesan Topping
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Room temperature for easier spreading
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded Divided
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and let it fully heat.
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, half of the garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to blend.
  4. Pat chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season evenly with the blend.
Coating the Chicken
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise with half a cup of shredded parmesan, remaining garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Spread the mayonnaise mixture generously over each chicken breast.
Baking
  1. Sprinkle the remaining shredded parmesan cheese over the top of the coated chicken.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
  3. Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F.
Serving
  1. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Bring mayonnaise to room temperature for easier spreading. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.