Melt in Your Mouth Chicken Bake
Creamy, cheesy, and topped with golden breadcrumbs—this baked chicken is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
Make Sauce: In a bowl, mix sour cream, cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assemble: Place chicken breasts in a greased baking dish. Pour sauce over chicken and coat well.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Top with Breadcrumbs: In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle over the cheese.
Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and topping is golden brown.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Shortcut Tip: Use rotisserie chicken (shredded) and bake for 25–30 minutes instead.
Make Ahead: Assemble ahead and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
Cheese Variation: Swap cheddar for mozzarella or a blend for a gooier top.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/melt-in-your-mouth-chicken-bake/
