Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken
Transform ordinary chicken breasts into a tender, juicy meal enveloped in creamy goodness, topped with melted cheese and a crispy breadcrumb finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your preference)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish in a single layer for even cooking.
- Spread the cream of chicken soup evenly over the top of the chicken.
- Sprinkle your choice of shredded cheese over the soup layer.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with olive oil and mix until well coated, then sprinkle over the cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the top is golden brown.
- Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Let chicken rest before serving for juicier bites. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses and spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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