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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken

A remarkably tender and flavorful chicken dish, marinated for extra succulence and finished with a golden, cheesy crust.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese divided
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise or sour cream
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3/4 tsp onion powder
  • Optional garnish: parsley and chili pepper flakes

Instructions

  • 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.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • 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.
  • Arrange the marinated chicken in a 9×13-inch baking dish and season lightly with additional salt if desired. Evenly coat each piece with the yogurt mixture, then scatter the remaining parmesan over the top.
  • Finish with a light dusting of paprika. Bake for 40 minutes, then briefly broil until the top develops a golden hue.
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Notes

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of chili flakes before serving if desired.