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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Recipe

Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Recipe
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This Melt In Your Mouth Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in milk and baked with a creamy, flavorful blend of Greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, and spices. The result is juicy, succulent chicken with a golden, cheesy crust that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup milk

Coating Mixture

  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise or sour cream)
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp paprika
  • 3/4 tsp onion powder
  • Black pepper to taste

Optional Garnish

  • Freshly chopped parsley
  • Chili pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Divide each chicken breast into two or three strips depending on size. Place the pieces in a bowl and submerge them in milk. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes or, for deeper flavor, overnight in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
  3. Prepare the Yogurt Mixture: In a separate bowl, blend the Greek yogurt with half of the grated parmesan, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and freshly ground black pepper to taste until well combined.
  4. Arrange and Season Chicken: Place the marinated chicken strips in a 9×13-inch baking dish and season lightly with additional salt if desired.
  5. Coat the Chicken: Evenly coat each chicken piece with the yogurt and spice mixture, then scatter the remaining parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  6. Add Final Touch and Bake: Finish with a light dusting of paprika over the dish. Bake for 40 minutes, then switch to broil briefly until the top develops a golden, appetizing hue.
  7. Serve: Optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of chili flakes before serving for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Notes

  • For best results, marinate the chicken overnight for maximum tenderness and flavor infusion.
  • Feel free to substitute Greek yogurt with mayonnaise or sour cream for a different creamy texture.
  • Use fresh parmesan cheese for optimal flavor and meltability.
  • The paprika dusting adds both color and a mild smoky flavor – do not skip it.
  • Make sure to broil the chicken at the end briefly to achieve a golden crust but watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Garnish with parsley and chili flakes just before serving to keep herbs fresh and vibrant.

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