Melt in Your Mouth Pimento Cheese Chicken
Juicy baked chicken topped with a creamy, cheesy pimento mixture that melts to perfection.
Equipment
- rimmed baking sheet or 9×13-inch baking dish
- Mixing Bowl
- Grater
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 7 oz diced pimentos, drained
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the 4 chicken breast halves in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet or in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 tsp garlic salt, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 2 cups shredded cheddar, and the drained 7-oz jar of diced pimentos; stir until evenly blended.
- Spread the pimento cheese mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear; an instant-read thermometer should register 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes to brown the cheese, watching closely to prevent burning.
Notes
- Use boneless skinless chicken breasts or other preferred chicken pieces.
- Cooking time varies with chicken thickness.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F internal temperature.
- Freshly grated cheese melts best.
- You can substitute a store-bought pimento cheese spread if desired.