Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Mayo is an easy, flavor-packed dinner with juicy chicken breasts coated in a creamy Parmesan topping and a crispy golden panko crust. With just a handful of simple ingredients, it’s a quick weeknight meal.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights: Parmesan Crusted Chicken With Mayo
- Flavor: This chicken is rich and savory with tangy ranch flavor, a cheesy Parmesan topping, and a crisp, golden panko crust.
- Why Make It: Mayo helps the flavorful topping stay in place while keeping the lean chicken breasts juicy, and it requires only about 5 minutes of prep.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve this chicken with rosemary roasted potatoes, pasta, rice, a fresh salad, or oven-roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Total Time: 35 Minutes (5-minute prep) Servings: 4 Cooking Method: Oven Baked
Ingredient Notes
- Mayonnaise: Helps the Parmesan and panko topping adhere to the chicken while locking in moisture. Full-fat mayonnaise provides the best texture and flavor, but light mayonnaise can also be used.
- Ranch Dressing Mix: Adds a blend of savory herbs, garlic, tang, and seasoning to the topping without the need to measure multiple spices. Use a lower-sodium ranch packet if you prefer to reduce the salt.
- Parmesan: Adds a salty, nutty flavor that melts into the creamy mayo topping for a rich, cheesy crust. Grated Parmesan can be used, but shredded Parmesan provides a more noticeable cheesy texture.
- Panko: Adds a light, crispy topping without the need for frying, creating a golden crust as the chicken bakes. If using regular breadcrumbs, the texture will be finer and less crunchy.
- Chicken Breasts: Choose chicken breasts that are similar in size so they cook evenly. If the breasts are especially thick, gently pound them or slice them into thinner cutlets for more consistent cooking and tender results.
How to Make Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Mayo
- Place chicken on a baking sheet (full recipe below).
- Mix mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan cheese.
- Spread the mixture over the chicken and sprinkle with panko.
- Bake. Let the chicken rest before serving.
Storing Leftovers
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to 4 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, in a covered skillet over low heat, or in the microwave.
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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Mayo
Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- 1 package ranch dressing mix
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Combine mayonnaise, ranch mix and parmesan in a bowl.
- Place chicken on a baking sheet.
- Spread the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken, then sprinkle Panko evenly over the top.
- Bake chicken until the juices run clear, about 22 to 26 minutes. Ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
Notes
- Be sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F in the thickest part for safe consumption.
- Allow chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 4 days. Portions can be wrapped in plastic wrap and placed in zippered bags for up to 4 months.
- Thaw chicken in the refrigerator and use cold in a sandwich or as a salad topper.
- Reheat in the oven, on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Leftovers can be added to other recipes.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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Can you mix the mayonnaise, ranch and Parmesan ahead of time and refrigerate then spread before baking chicken?
Sure, that sounds like it would work well!
I have made this several times. I even freeze each breast individually and warm up on another day. this is so delicious and easy. my family loves it
Hello Toni, I am glad that you enjoyed this recipe.
Excellent!
So glad you enjoyed it!
Best chicken ever!! Moist, tender and the flavor is amazing!
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it.
very tasty served it witha z as salad and honey glazed carrots
So glad you enjoyed it, Ida!
Excellent! Everyone went back for seconds. Can’t wait for the planned overs. Will definitely make this again without changing anything. Thank you!
I am so happy to hear this recipe was a hit Virginia!
Can I use the powdered Parmesan cheese instead of freshly grated?
Hi Darleen, this recipes uses grated parmesan cheese which is most likely the same as powdered parmesan cheese you are using. So it should work great!
Delicious and tender chicken
! My family loves it!
Thank you!
I am so happy to hear your family loves this recipe as much as mine does!