Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken is made by seasoning chicken breasts and topping them with a Parmesan mayonnaise mixture and additional Parmesan before baking. The end product is a delicate, delicious, and cheesy chicken meal that can be served as a main course or as a topping on a salad or sandwich. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining a large group. This dish can also be prepared in an air fryer. Try my Cheesy Parmesan Chicken for another tasty chicken recipe.
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Ingredients & Substitutions
This Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken requires these simple ingredients.
- Chicken: For this recipe, I prefer chicken breast. However, you may also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. If you are using thighs, modify the baking time accordingly.
- Seasonings: To season, use salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Mayonnaise: Full-fat mayonnaise is preferred, however reduced-fat mayonnaise can be used instead if available. Alternatively, prepare your own mayonnaise to use. I do not recommend Miracle Whip for this recipe.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is excellent for this dish. You might also use Romano, Pecorino, or Asiago cheese.
Air Fryer Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken
Are you trying to find a tasty and simple way to cook chicken without using your oven? Give an air fryer a try! After preparing the chicken according to the directions, put it in the air fryer basket. (You might need to work in batches, depending on how big your air fryer is.) Cook at 400°F for 8 minutes, or until the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Storing and Reheating Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken
Enjoy leftovers if you store the cooked chicken properly.
- To store in the refrigerator, allow the chicken to cool fully. After that, keep it for up to four days in an airtight container. Reheat in an air fryer or oven.
- Let the chicken cool fully before freezing it. After that, keep it for up to three months in a freezer-safe container. Thaw the chicken overnight in the fridge before reheating it when you're ready to eat.
Frequently Asked Questions
To put it succinctly, you certainly can!
Although the recipe calls for boneless, skinless chicken breasts, you can alternatively use chicken tenderloins, cutlets (which will cook faster), or boneless chicken thighs (removed of fat).
Although you might need to modify your cooking times, any of them will work. Cook to temperature if in doubt.
Add greens, please!
Add the mayo mixture and stir in the fresh baby spinach leaves.
In addition to adding vitamins and nutrients, the spinach will cook alongside the chicken.
Or you might spread out the tomatoes and sweet onions on the baking sheet, both thickly sliced. After that, top with the chicken and bake.
Yes! An ideal meal to prepare in your air fryer is Mayo Parmesan Chicken.
After preparing the chicken according to the directions, move the coated chicken to the air fryer basket, being careful not to pack it too full.
If needed, you can cook in batches.
The chicken should be cooked through but still juicy and tender after 16 to 19 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Before serving, make sure the meat is cooked to 165 degrees Fahrenheit using a meat thermometer.
A green platter with cooked rice and a slice of mayo-Parmesan chicken
This dish will have more texture if breadcrumbs are added.
I recommend using around ¾ cup of panko bread crumbs, if you'd like.
Before baking, evenly distribute them over the chicken that has been covered with mayonnaise.
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Recipe
Mayonnaise Parmesan Chicken
INGREDIENTS
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally for a total of 6 chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds chicken)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Mayonnaise Mixture
- ½ cup 116 g mayonnaise, room temperature
- 1 cup 100 g Parmesan cheese, shredded, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- Chicken
- Turn the oven on to 400°F. Apply a thin layer of cooking spray to a 9 x 13-inch baking dish or sheet pan.
- Combine the onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir thoroughly.
- Use the seasoning mixture to evenly coat the chicken breasts on all sides. Evenly distribute them in the baking dish that has been prepared.
- Mayonnaise Mixture
- Mix the mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and ½ cup of Parmesan in a medium bowl.
- Cut each chicken breast in half and cover with an even layer of the mayonnaise mixture.
- Top each chicken breast with an equal portion of the leftover Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until the cheese is hot and bubbling and the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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