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Looking down at chicken breasts coated in golden Italian dressing and herbs, with melted Parmesan cheese on top.

Italian Dressing Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts baked in a creamy Italian dressing sauce with Parmesan cheese, ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 minute
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
  • 1 cup Italian Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can be substituted with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs Such as oregano and basil.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional; can substitute with mozzarella or dairy-free cheese.
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven:

    Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) to preheat.

  2. Mix Dressing Sauce:

    In a medium bowl, combine Italian dressing, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and dried herbs, whisking until smooth.

  3. Season Chicken:

    Arrange chicken breasts in a greased baking dish, then season with salt and pepper.

  4. Coat Chicken:

    Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken, making sure each breast is fully coated.

  5. Bake Chicken:

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, cooking until the chicken's internal temperature hits 165°F (75°C).

  6. Add Parmesan:

    During the final 5 minutes of baking, top the chicken with grated Parmesan cheese.

  7. Rest Before Serving:

    Take the dish out of the oven and allow it to sit for 1 minute before serving.