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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast That's Unbelievably Tender

Experience the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of this chicken breast recipe, perfect for busy weeknights with a rich creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Pounded evenly for even cooking.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened.
For Flavor Enhancements
  • to taste Seasonings Choose your favorite herbs or spices.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Meat Mallet
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pound the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap until about ½ inch thick.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, softened butter, and seasonings until well blended.
  4. Coat each chicken breast evenly with the creamy mixture and place in a greased baking dish.
  5. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
  7. Serve warm with any remaining creamy sauce and your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to pound the chicken evenly for uniform cooking and prevent dry spots. Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.

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