Best Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Recipe

I don’t know if you’ve ever heard of this recipe, but if you haven’t, you’re missing out. It is the easiest chicken recipe ever, but you could never guess it by how tender and flavorful it turns out.

The chicken breasts are marinated in buttermilk, which tenderizes them, and then topped with a mixture of Greek yogurt (or mayo), Parmesan cheese, herbs, and spices that, when baked, form the most delicious crust on top! I guess that’s why this melt-in-your-mouth chicken recipe is called that way.

Ingredients you’ll need:

This may be one of the shortest lists of ingredients ever:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts. You can use thighs if you prefer dark meat
• Buttermilk to tenderize the chicken. If you don’t have it at home, just add a teaspoon of vinegar to milk and let it sit for about 15 mins
• Greek yogurt. The original recipe calls for mayo, but I prefer this healthier version
• Parmesan cheese. If you can please use freshly grated.
• Dry minced onion and garlic powder will give the crust an amazing flavor
• Dried parsley for visual effect as well as flavor.

How to Make Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken

The melt-in-your-mouth chicken recipe is as easy as 1,2, 3:

1. Slice the chicken breast thin and place it into a bowl with the buttermilk. Let them marinate for at least 30 mins or overnight.
2. In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, ½ the Parmesan cheese, dried minced onion, garlic powder, and dried parsley.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and divide the Greek yogurt mixture evenly on top of them. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top and bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown. During the last 5 minutes of cooking time, place them under the broiler to ensure the crust browns evenly.

What To Serve with Chicken Breast?

Really any side dish would go wonderfully with these amazing chicken breasts. For example, my Bombay Potato Recipe is super spicy and delicious, and my Baked Potato Casserole is super easy to make.

You could also serve it with my Garlic Butter Rice Recipe. Steamed veggies are always a good idea for side dishes, and for dessert, how about Easy Oreo Cheesecake Bars?

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

1. If you don’t have buttermilk at home, you can make it yourself by adding one tablespoon of vinegar to a cup of milk.
2. Remember that Parmesan cheese is salty, so try it first before adding extra salt to it.
3. You can turn your broiler on for the last 5 minutes of cooking time to ensure the crust browns evenly on top.
4. If you have the time, you could add freshly minced garlic and onions to the Greek yogurt mixture. Play with the herbs and spices of your choice.