
Prep Time
7 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour
Total Time
1 hour 7 minutes
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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4 slices swiss cheese, or mozzarella cheese
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½ cup mayonnaise
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½ cup sour cream
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¾ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon pepper
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4 cups cooked rice, for serving, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry, then arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
- Top each chicken breast with one slice of Swiss cheese.
- In a bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, ½ cup of Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve the chicken on its own or over rice.
Notes
Recipe Tips.
- To cut back on calories, use light/low-fat dairy products.
- Bake uncovered. If the creamy sauce and cheese on top begin to brown too much before the chicken is cooked, tent a piece of tin foil over the top for the remainder of the time.
- To help the chicken cook evenly, use a kitchen mallet to pound the thicker parts of the breast so it is an even thickness throughout.
- Avoid rubbery chicken by not overcooking. This can be exacerbated by uneven cooking or using lower-quality chicken that may be affected by conditions like “woody breast.”
Prep ahead. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap, and again with aluminum foil. Store in the fridge for 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. If frozen, thaw in the fridge overnight. Let the dish sit on the counter for 30 minutes before baking uncovered.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheat. Use the oven to reheat several pieces; preheat it to 350°F (175°C), cover the dish with foil to trap moisture, and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the center is hot. For individual servings, reheat in the microwave.
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