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Golden Parmesan Crusted Chicken – Easy Family Friendly Meals Everyone Loves!

Golden Parmesan Crusted Chicken baked to crispy perfection, juicy inside with a creamy Parmesan topping — a delicious Easy Bake Chicken Recipe perfect for Easy Family Friendly Meals, weeknight dinners, or Easy Big Family Meals made straight from the Baked Meals Oven.
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Get ready for your new go-to weeknight superstar — this Golden Parmesan Crusted Chicken is irresistibly juicy, coated in a creamy Parmesan blend that bakes into pure crispy perfection. It’s rich, flavorful, and so simple, you’ll wonder how something this easy can taste this fancy. Bonus: it’s low-carb and totally family-approved!

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (or use plain Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier twist)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon paprika or Italian seasoning for an extra pop of flavor

Instructions

  1. Prep the Oven & Pan
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment for easy cleanup.
  2. Flatten for Even Cooking
    • Pound each chicken breast to about ¾ inch thick. This helps everything cook evenly — no dry edges, no raw centers.
  3. Make the Creamy Coating
    • In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and luscious.
  4. Coat the Chicken
    • Spread the creamy Parmesan mixture generously over the top of each chicken breast. Make sure they’re fully covered — that’s where the flavor magic happens.
  5. Bake to Golden Perfection
    • Arrange the chicken in your prepared dish. Sprinkle a little paprika or Italian seasoning on top if you like things extra fancy.
    • Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, until the internal temperature hits 165°F (74°C) and the tops turn a gorgeous golden brown.
  6. Rest & Serve
    • Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. This seals in all those juicy flavors.

Notes

✅ Flatten for success: Even thickness = even cooking and tender bites.

✅ Use a thermometer: It’s the secret to never overcooking chicken again.

✅ Want it crispier? Pop it under the broiler for 2–3 minutes at the end.

✅ Lighter option: Swap mayo for Greek yogurt — same creaminess, fewer calories, and a tangy kick.

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