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Best Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Recipe

Best Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Recipe

This renowned and greatly-liked dish proves that simplicity can be the ultimate sophistication!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 251kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded thin
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise if you’re not a fan of yogurt
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese divided
  • 1 tbsp dry minced onion
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breasts in a large ziplock bag and pour in the buttermilk. Marinate for 30 mins or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 F. Remove the chicken breasts from the bag and place them in a baking dish.
  • Season them with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Make the topping by mixing the Greek yogurt (or mayo), half of the parmesan cheese, minced onion, garlic powder, and parsley in a small bowl.
  • Divide the mixture evenly over the chicken breasts and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top. Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown. If they're not brown when the cooking time is over, place them under the broiler for the last 5 minutes.

Notes

  • Try to pound the chicken breasts to the same thickness so they all cook evenly.
  • The original recipe uses mayo instead of yogurt, but I am always looking for healthier recipes. If you like mayo better, by all means, use it.
  • Parmesan cheese is a bit salty, so be careful not to add too much salt.
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Nutrition

Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 11g