tender chicken breast

Tired of dry, tough boneless chicken breasts? These Juicy, Tender Sautéed Chicken Breasts are so delicious and (like rotisserie chicken) can be used for a zillion different things as well as for an entreé!

Juicy Tender Chicken Breasts (on the stovetop)

garlic salt

sugar

mild paprika

dry Italian seasoning

black pepper

chicken breasts

butter

extra virgin olive oil

For the rub, combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir well to combine. Set aside.

Place chicken breasts on a plate or shallow pan. Pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle liberally with the rub, then rub it in with your hand. Allow breasts to sit with the rub on for 15-20 minutes, at room temperature.

Heat the butter and olive oil in a cast iron or heavy stainless steel pan over medium heat. Butter should sizzle a bit and be fairly hot but watch it at this point to prevent burning. Make sure the pan is large enough to accommodate all of the breasts without crowding.

Add the chicken and allow to sit for 3 minutes without touching. After 3 minutes, take a peek at the underside of one of the breasts. If it’s browning too quickly lower the heat a bit. Continue cooking for a total of 5 minutes or until the underside is nicely browned.

Flip breasts to the opposite side and immediately lower heat to medium-low. Cover and continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes OR until internal temperature reaches 160˚F when an instant thermometer is inserted into the center of the thickest part of the breast. (The time will vary depending on the size of each portion -see notes above in Café Tips)

Once 160˚F is reached, remove the chicken to a clean plate and cover loosely with foil. Allow to sit for 5 minutes, then slice and enjoy! If serving as an entreé, pour the delicious juices from the pan over the chicken.

This melt-in-your-mouth chicken breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken coated with a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings. It’s baked to perfection, resulting in flavorful, moist chicken that truly melts in your mouth. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, this dish is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep!

Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe

boneless, skinless chicken breasts

mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)

Parmesan cheese

garlic powder

onion powder

paprika

tsp salt

tsp black pepper

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Place chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.

Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown on top.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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