This simple Mayo and Parmesan Chicken recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful chicken every time! With just a handful of basic ingredients, this creamy, cheesy chicken is ideal for busy weeknights. Simply spread a herby mayo mixture over chicken breasts and bake until golden brown. Plus, it’s keto-friendly, low-carb, and gluten-free!
Equipment
- Sheet Pan or Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¾ cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF and line a sheet pan or baking dish with parchment paper.
- Arrange the chicken breasts on the prepared sheet, leaving at least an inch of space between them. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, salt, basil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Spread the mayo and parmesan mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Optionally, add more parmesan cheese on top for an extra cheesy finish.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165ºF at the thickest part of the chicken and the juices run clear.
- For a crispy topping, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end.
Notes
- Crispy Topping: To make the topping even crispier, sprinkle 1-2 teaspoons of breadcrumbs, crushed pork rinds, or a mixture of almond flour and parmesan cheese on top of the mayo layer before baking.
- Air Fryer Option: Preheat your air fryer to 325ºF and cook the coated chicken in batches for 18-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165ºF.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 581 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 51g
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 20g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
- Sodium: 966mg
- Potassium: 874mg
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Vitamin A: 176 IU
- Vitamin C: 3mg
- Calcium: 100mg
- Iron: 1mg
