No-Fuss Baked Chicken

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy, golden-brown chicken breasts with a savory Italian-inspired mustard-mayo glaze.
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No-Fuss Baked Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 517.5

Description

This comforting dish transforms simple chicken breasts into a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. The secret lies in the rich binding sauce of mayonnaise and prepared mustard, which creates a golden, crispy crust when baked with cornflake crumbs and sharp Parmesan cheese. The result is juicy, tender meat coated in a savory, slightly tangy exterior that pairs perfectly with the reserved dipping sauce. It&# 226;€™s an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special without the fuss. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a balanced, satisfying meal that the whole family will love. With pantry staples likely already on hand, this recipe offers a quick yet impressive solution for busy evenings.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, and prepared mustard until smooth.
  3. Measure out 1/3 cup of the mayonnaise mixture and set aside in the refrigerator for serving as a dipping sauce.
  4. Brush both sides of the chicken breasts generously with the remaining mayonnaise mixture.
  5. Press the cornflake crumbs firmly onto the coated chicken breasts to ensure an even, thick coating.
  6. Arrange the coated chicken breasts in a lightly greased shallow baking pan.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is fork-tender and cooked through.
  8. Serve warm with the reserved mayonnaise mixture for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 517.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.3g61%
Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
Cholesterol 106.4mg36%
Sodium 495.2mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 2.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 33.2g67%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baked chicken, cornflake chicken, mustard chicken, mayonnaise chicken, parmesan chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, italian chicken, crispy chicken, chicken breast, quick recipe, family friendly
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