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Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken: Juicy Deliciousness You'll Love

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken is a gluten-free and low-carb dish that's deliciously tender and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 chicken breasts
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Choose organic for an even healthier option!
  • ½ cup milk Helps to tenderize the chicken and add moisture.

For the Marinade

  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt Or mayo or sour cream, adds creaminess and tang.
  • ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese Divided; adds savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder Adds warmth.
  • ¾ teaspoon onion powder Adds richness.
  • ¾ teaspoon paprika Adds color and flavor.
  • to taste black pepper Elevates flavor profile.

Optional Garnish

  • parsley Adds a pop of color.
  • chili pepper flakes For those who like to spice things up!

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken

  • Slice each chicken breast into strips, place them in a bowl and pour the milk over them. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Mix together the Greek yogurt, half of the parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Transfer marinated chicken to a baking dish. Season with salt.
  • Spread the yogurt mixture over chicken and sprinkle remaining parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the top is golden-brown.
  • Let rest for a few minutes before serving, garnished with parsley and chili flakes.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate overnight and use fresh ingredients to enhance taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chicken dinner, easy recipe, Family Favorite, Gluten-Free, Low Carb, Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken
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