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Melt in your Mouth Chicken Bake

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

This Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Bake is the ultimate weeknight comfort food: tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy sauce, topped with melty cheddar and a crispy, golden breadcrumb crust. It’s simple to throw together, packed with flavor, and destined to become a regular on your dinner table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Nonstick spray or butter, for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly seasoned.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken, spreading it out so each piece is fully coated.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the creamy layer.
  6. In a small bowl, add the breadcrumbs and drizzle in the olive oil. Toss with a fork until all the crumbs are lightly coated and look sandy in texture.
  7. Sprinkle the oiled breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese layer, covering as much of the surface as possible for a uniform crust.
  8. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C) and the top is golden and bubbling.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes out of the oven to allow the juices to settle, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use thin, evenly sized chicken breasts for more consistent cooking; if they’re thick, pound them slightly or slice in half horizontally.
  • Taste the creamy mixture before adding salt—canned soup and cheese already contain sodium.
  • If the top isn’t browning enough in the last few minutes, switch the oven to broil for 1–2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  • This dish thickens as it cools; the sauce will be looser straight from the oven and creamier after a short rest.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and topping
  • Calories: 360 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g (approx.)
  • Sodium: 780 mg (approx., will vary with soup and salt used)
  • Fat: 22 g (approx.)
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g (approx.)
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g (approx.)
  • Trans Fat: 0 g (approx.)
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g (approx.)
  • Fiber: 0.5 g (approx.)
  • Protein: 28 g (approx.)
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg (approx.)

Keywords: melt in your mouth chicken bake, creamy chicken bake, baked chicken with breadcrumbs, easy chicken dinner, comfort food chicken

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