If you’re tired of dry, boring chicken, this recipe is about to become your new favorite. Tender Chicken Delight lives up to its name, giving you juicy chicken breasts coated in a creamy, cheesy, and herb-kissed crust. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner that feels like comfort food without the fuss.
Tender Chicken Delight: Effortlessly Juicy and Flavorful
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless chicken breasts | 4 (approx. 1 lb or 450g) |
| Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt | 1 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Parmesan cheese, divided | 1 cup |
| Seasoning salt | 1 tsp |
| Black pepper | ½ tsp |
Instructions:
- Prep the chicken: Slice each boneless chicken breast into three equal pieces for even cooking.
- Optional marinate: While the original recipe mentions marinating, it isn’t required. If you’d like, you can rub the chicken with a little salt, garlic powder, and pepper ahead of time, or use a simple overnight brine for deeper flavor.
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make the topping: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), half the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Assemble and coat: Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in a baking dish. Spread the creamy topping mixture evenly over each piece.
- Add more cheese: Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top for a golden, cheesy crust.
- Bake to perfection: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and the topping is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot with your favorite sides—this dish pairs beautifully with roasted veggies, rice, or a crisp green salad.
Tender Chicken Delight is proof that you don’t need complicated recipes to get incredible flavor. With just a handful of ingredients, you’ll have a juicy, crowd-pleasing meal on the table in under an hour.
