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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Baked Chicken Breast

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Achieve incredibly tender and juicy baked chicken breasts with this simple recipe. Coated in a seasoned sour cream and Parmesan mixture, this chicken bakes to a fork-tender perfection without drying out.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish.
  4. Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sour cream mixture.
  • Serve with your favorite side dishes like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep; the leftovers are just as delicious.

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