Description
An easy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts baked with a zesty Italian dressing marinade for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Italian Dressing
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and dried Italian herbs until well combined.
- Step: Place the chicken breasts in a greased baking dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Step: Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly covered.
- Step: Bake the dish for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Step: In the last five minutes of baking, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken.
- Step: Remove from the oven and let rest for a minute before serving.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for a couple of hours or overnight for a richer taste. You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt and use mozzarella or dairy-free cheese alternatives. To achieve a crispy topping, broil for the last few minutes while monitoring closely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Italian, Chicken, Dinner, Baked, Easy, Comfort Food