Description
This Melt in Your Mouth Pimento Cheese Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy, cheesy pimento spread, baked to golden perfection. It’s a quick and delicious meal that combines rich flavors of cheddar, parmesan, and tangy pimentos, perfect for a family dinner or easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
Pimento Cheese Topping
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ tsp garlic salt
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (7-oz) jar diced pimentos, drained
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Prepare Chicken: Arrange the skinless, boneless chicken breasts on a rimmed baking sheet or in a 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly for even cooking.
- Mix Topping: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, garlic salt, grated parmesan cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and drained diced pimentos. Stir until well blended into a creamy mixture.
- Apply Topping: Evenly spread the pimento cheese mixture over the top of each chicken breast, covering them thoroughly for maximum flavor and moisture retention.
- Bake Chicken: Place the baking sheet or dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken juices run clear and the topping is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking. You can pound them gently if needed.
- Feel free to substitute mayonnaise with a lighter version or Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad to balance the rich flavors.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven to preserve the cheesy topping.
