Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Creamy Cheese Topping
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Season Chicken: Generously season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring an even coating for flavor.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden crust.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish ready for the oven.
- Mix Topping: In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, grated Parmesan, shredded mozzarella, and dried Italian seasoning until smooth and well blended.
- Apply Topping: Evenly spread the creamy cheese mixture over the top of each chicken breast, covering them thoroughly.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh touch, and serve immediately, ideally with sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking to achieve an extra golden and crispy topping.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
