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Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken

You will always get juicy, tasty chicken with this simple Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken recipe! A family favorite and inexpensive weekday dinner that only requires a few ingredients and the simplest preparation ever! The key component that helps seal in all the moisture and prevents the chicken from drying out while baking is the mayo.
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Course: dinner, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 262kcal
Author: Imsen

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless skinless
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅔ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese plus extra for sprinkling (optional)
  • fresh parsley for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Set the oven's temperature to 400°F and use parchment paper to line a baking dish or sheet pan.
  • Combine the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl and whisk until well blended.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels so the coating sticks and browns, then apply the seasoning mixture to both sides. Place the seasoned chicken in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
  • In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, garlic powder, ½ cup Parmesan, salt, and pepper until thoroughly mixed.
  • Using a sharp knife, slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to make 8 thinner cutlets. Cover each piece with a layer of the mayonnaise mixture.
  • If desired, sprinkle a little extra Parmesan cheese over the top.
  • Bake at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes, until the top is well browned and a meat thermometer reads 165°F.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes so the juices settle, then sprinkle with the parsley and serve.

NOTES

  • Always make sure it's done. Use a digital thermometer for precision; the meat should no longer be pink in the center. 165 degrees Fahrenheit should be the interior temperature.
  • You can use aluminum foil to loosely cover the dish if the cheesy crust is browning too much.
  • Simple cleanup involves lining your baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and applying nonstick spray.
  • To ensure consistent cooking of large chicken breasts, you might wish to lightly pound them with a meat mallet.
  • The greatest salty flavor comes from real parmesan cheese. Authentic Parmigiano Reggiano is sold in a block in the deli section. Your best bet won't be the parmesan powder in the green can.
  • Before baking, remember to sprinkle the extra parmesan on top! It is responsible for the chicken's crisping and somewhat crispy texture!
  • You only need four large chicken breasts. Sliced in half, they make 8 thin cutlets.

NUTRITION

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 936mg | Potassium: 247mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 205mg | Iron: 0.5mg
Keyword Mayo Chicken, Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken, Parmesan Chicken
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