Description
This MIYM (Melt In Your Mouth) Chicken Breasts recipe is a delicious and easy way to prepare tender and flavorful chicken breasts that are sure to impress. The combination of Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, and spices creates a creamy and savory coating that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Coating:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Mix the coating: In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt (or sour cream), Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Spread this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F internally.
- Optional broil: Broil for 2 to 3 minutes for a golden top.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the yogurt mixture for 1–2 hours before baking.
- You can use full-fat or low-fat yogurt or sour cream depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
