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Mayo Parmesan Chicken

Published by Meaghan on September 10, 2020 | last updated on February 7, 2022.

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Mayo Parmesan chicken is the most moist and delicious chicken you will ever eat. With only a handful of ingredients and the easiest ever prep, this Parmesan crusted chicken with mayo will become your go to dinner any night of the week!

parmesan cheese mayonnaise crusted chicken breasts shown on an old baking sheet

I have some recipes that I think of as my back pocket recipes.

They are all easy recipes that save me time and time again with their simple ingredients that I almost always have on hand, easy prep and yummy results.

This mayo Parmesan chicken bake is one of those recipes.

It only needs 6 ingredients and is so simple I could put it together in no time at all.

a spatula holding up a mayo parmesan crusted chicken breast from a sheet pan

Ingredients

You probably have most of the ingredients on hand to make this simple chicken dinner recipe.

To make it you need:

  • boneless, skinless chicken breasts – make sure to trim the chicken of any fat before using
  • mayonnaise – brand doesn’t matter, but make sure it is REAL mayo- our favorite is Hellman’s
  • shredded Parmesan cheese – not the powdery stuff in the green can, you need real shredded Parmesan cheese for this recipe to turn out properly
  • Italian seasoning
  • garlic powder
  • salt and pepper

That’s it! Nothing that you don’t regularly keep on hand or buy in your weekly shop.

a sheet pan with mayo parmesan crusted chicken breasts

How to Make 

Making this Parmesan crusted chicken with mayo is a snap!

To do it, spray a 9×13″ baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

Then season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the prepared dish.

Set it aside.

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until evenly combined.

Dollop the mayo mixture onto the chicken.

Then use a spatula to spread the mixture out evenly so it covers chicken completely.

Then bake the chicken in 400° oven for 20-25 minutes.

Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Enjoy!

mayo parmesan crusted chicken shown sliced on a baking sheet

What to Serve With Mayo Parmesan Chicken

This chicken bake pairs well with so many things!

I personally like to pair it mashed potatoes, green beans and crescent rolls.

Other delicious pairings could include steamed broccoli, green beans, side salad or rice pilaf.

Storing Leftovers

While this chicken is super delicious, unfortunately it is one dish that does not freeze well so I don’t recommend freezing leftovers.

If you have any leftovers, store them in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat them by placing leftovers in the oven at 225 and cooking until the chicken reaches 165 degrees.

Tips and Tricks

  • Whatever your usual preference, DO NOT attempt this recipe with miracle whip. It’s far too tangy, and in the end it won’t crisp up with the Parmesan cheese to form the desired crust.
  • If using very thick chicken breasts, you may want to pound them thinner with a meat mallet to adhere to these cooking times. To do this, just place the chicken between two sheets of wax paper and gently hit it with a meat mallet until it’s the desired thickness.
  • You could also butterfly the breasts and then cut them in half in order to thin them out.
  • Experiment with you cheeses! Fiesta blend, Italian blend, pepper jack, etc! Whatever you like!
  • If the cheesy crust is browning too much before the meat’s done, loosely tent with aluminum foil.
  • I haven’t tried it myself, but have heard you can substitute Greek yogurt for the mayo if fat is an issue.

mayo parmesan crusted chicken shown sliced on a baking sheet

Other Easy Chicken Dinners You’ll Love

This mayo Parmesan chicken is one our family’s favorite meals and a surefire winner any busy night. Make it today and enjoy!

Looking for other easy chicken recipes? Try these:

  • Onion Crusted Herbed Chicken Breasts
  • Healthy Slow Cooker Greek Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Caesar Sandwiches
  • Pepper Jack & Spinach Stuffed Cajun Chicken Breasts

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mayo parmesan crusted chicken shown sliced on a baking sheet

Parmesan Crusted Mayo Chicken

Mayo Parmesan chicken is the most moist and delicious chicken you will ever eat. With only a handful of ingredients and the easiest ever prep, this Parmesan crusted chicken with mayo will become your go to dinner any night of the week!
4.36 from 177 votes
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Course: Chicken, Dinner, Entree, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 739kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts trimmed of fat
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Instructions

  • Lightly grease a 9x13" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Arrange the chicken breasts evenly out in the prepared dish. Salt & pepper them.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
  • Add the mayo mixture in dollops evenly out over the chicken, then use a spatula to spread as necessary to cover the chicken completely.
  • Bake the chicken at 400° for 20-25 minutes, or until an a meat thermometer reads 165°. If the cheesy crust is browning too much before the meat's done, loosely tent with aluminum foil.
  • Remove the baking dish from the oven, and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

recipe adapted from Onion Rings & Things

Nutrition

Calories: 739kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 58g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 1019mg | Potassium: 870mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 299IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 319mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Jacqueline Novak says

    November 1, 2022 at 3:46 pm

    5 stars
    Very good and very moist.

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  2. Auntie M says

    November 10, 2022 at 12:29 am

    5 stars
    Very delicious way to bake chicken! Moist and flavorful!

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  3. Bernadette says

    November 27, 2022 at 6:56 pm

    This chicken is really delicious but I baked only ten to 12 minutes. 16 minutes was way to long.

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  4. Venette says

    December 13, 2022 at 4:13 pm

    I had not read your warning about NOT using Miracle whip before 1st time trying this recipe. it was delicious anyway.

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  5. Tara says

    January 3, 2023 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious. I marinated my chicken in buttermilk before baking it and added more garlic because our house loves garlic. It juicy and everyone loved it!

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  6. VALERIE says

    February 22, 2023 at 10:21 am

    5 stars
    I took the chance and made this for a party of 9 tripling the recipe. I used flattened boneless chicken thighs and used the same cooking time. It was an absolute sensation.

    Reply
  7. Bobbi says

    March 7, 2023 at 6:23 pm

    Delicious

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