Easy Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe – Creamy, Cheesy & Ultra Tender!

🎉 Introduction

Looking for a chicken dinner that delivers maximum comfort with minimum effort? This Easy Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe is the answer. It’s juicy, flavorful, and smothered in a creamy sauce that tastes like it came straight from a cozy diner kitchen.

The secret? A combination of cream of mushroom soup, Dijon mustard, cheese, and just the right seasoning. This recipe is fast, fuss-free, and oven-baked to perfection. It’s great for weeknights, date nights, or lazy Sundays—and pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

If you’ve ever struggled to make boneless chicken breast tender, this method ensures it stays moist and truly melt-in-your-mouth soft every time.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Baking dish (9×13 or similar)
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Foil (optional)
• Oven preheated to 375°F (190°C)

🛒 Ingredients

🍗 Meat

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

🧄 Vegetables & Fresh Herbs

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (for garnish)

🥫 Pantry & Condiments

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

🧴 Oil & Liquids

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth or water

🧀 Dairy

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1. Preheat Your Oven

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Lightly grease or oil a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2. Season the Chicken

1. Place the chicken breasts in the dish.
2. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
3. Rub the seasonings into the chicken with clean hands or tongs.

Step 3. Make the Creamy Sauce

1. In a bowl, combine:
   • 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
   • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
   • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
2. Mix until smooth and pour over the chicken in the dish.

Step 4. Add Cheese & Bake

1. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce.
2. Cover loosely with foil (optional for more moisture).
3. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until internal temp of chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 5. Broil for Finish (Optional)

1. Remove foil and broil on high for 2–3 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
2. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Step 6. Garnish & Serve

1. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or thyme for a fresh pop of color.
2. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 4
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: ~45 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Storage

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
• Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months—thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheating

• Oven: 350°F for 10–15 minutes, covered
• Microwave: 60–90 seconds per breast (cover to prevent drying)
• Add a splash of broth or milk to keep sauce creamy during reheating

🥄 Variations

• Spicy Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken: Add crushed red pepper or hot sauce to the sauce
• Cheddar Swap: Use shredded cheddar instead of mozzarella for a richer flavor
• Cream of Chicken Substitute: Use cream of chicken or celery soup if preferred
• Low-Carb Option: Serve with cauliflower rice or roasted greens
• Garlic Herb Crusted: Add panko and parmesan mix on top for crunch before baking

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
Yes, but thaw completely and pat dry before baking for even cooking.

2. What can I use instead of cream of mushroom soup?
Try cream of chicken, cream of celery, or a homemade white sauce.

3. Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Absolutely. Cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2.5–3 hours.

4. Can I substitute chicken thighs?
Yes! Boneless thighs are juicy and flavorful—adjust cooking time slightly.

5. What if I don’t have Dijon mustard?
Use yellow mustard, honey mustard, or leave it out for a milder flavor.

6. How do I keep the chicken from drying out?
Bake covered with foil and avoid overcooking. Use a thermometer for best results.

7. Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes—assemble the dish and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

8. What sides go best with this dish?
Mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, garlic bread, or a green salad.

9. Can I add vegetables to the baking dish?
Definitely—add sliced mushrooms, spinach, or broccoli for a one-pan meal.

10. Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Yes! It’s creamy, cheesy, and mild in flavor—most kids love it.

🏁 Conclusion

If you’re looking for a foolproof, family-friendly chicken recipe, this Easy Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast delivers every time. It’s loaded with creamy flavor, comes together in one pan, and tastes like it took hours—even though it only takes 45 minutes from start to finish.

Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or feeding a hungry crowd on a weeknight, this recipe makes dinner stress-free and incredibly satisfying.

Adam

Easy Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe – Creamy, Cheesy & Ultra Tender!

Looking for a chicken dinner that delivers maximum comfort with minimum effort? This Easy Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast Recipe is the answer. It’s juicy, flavorful, and smothered in a creamy sauce that tastes like it came straight from a cozy diner kitchen. The secret? A combination of cream of mushroom soup, Dijon mustard, cheese, and just the right seasoning. This recipe is fast, fuss-free, and oven-baked to perfection. It’s great for weeknights, date nights, or lazy Sundays—and pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. If you’ve ever struggled to make boneless chicken breast tender, this method ensures it stays moist and truly melt-in-your-mouth soft every time.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

🍗 Meat

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

🧄 Vegetables & Fresh Herbs

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme chopped (for garnish)

🥫 Pantry & Condiments

• 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

🧴 Oil & Liquids

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth or water

🧀 Dairy

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Equipment

• Baking dish (9×13 or similar)
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Foil (optional)
• Oven preheated to 375°F (190°C)

Method

 

Step 1. Preheat Your Oven

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Lightly grease or oil a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2. Season the Chicken

1. Place the chicken breasts in the dish.
2. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
3. Rub the seasonings into the chicken with clean hands or tongs.

Step 3. Make the Creamy Sauce

1. In a bowl, combine:
2. 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
3. 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
4. 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
5. Mix until smooth and pour over the chicken in the dish.

Step 4. Add Cheese & Bake

1. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce.
2. Cover loosely with foil (optional for more moisture).
3. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until internal temp of chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 5. Broil for Finish (Optional)

1. Remove foil and broil on high for 2–3 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
2. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Step 6. Garnish & Serve

1. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or thyme for a fresh pop of color.
2. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.

Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months—thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheating
Oven: 350°F for 10–15 minutes, covered

Microwave: 60–90 seconds per breast (cover to prevent drying)

Add a splash of broth or milk to keep sauce creamy during reheating

🥄 Variations
Spicy Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken: Add crushed red pepper or hot sauce to the sauce

Cheddar Swap: Use shredded cheddar instead of mozzarella for a richer flavor

Cream of Chicken Substitute: Use cream of chicken or celery soup if preferred

Low-Carb Option: Serve with cauliflower rice or roasted greens

Garlic Herb Crusted: Add panko and parmesan mix on top for crunch before baking

❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
Yes, but thaw completely and pat dry before baking for even cooking.

2. What can I use instead of cream of mushroom soup?
Try cream of chicken, cream of celery, or a homemade white sauce.

3. Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Absolutely. Cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2.5–3 hours.

4. Can I substitute chicken thighs?
Yes! Boneless thighs are juicy and flavorful—adjust cooking time slightly.

5. What if I don’t have Dijon mustard?
Use yellow mustard, honey mustard, or leave it out for a milder flavor.

6. How do I keep the chicken from drying out?
Bake covered with foil and avoid overcooking. Use a thermometer for best results.

7. Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes—assemble the dish and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

8. What sides go best with this dish?
Mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, garlic bread, or a green salad.

9. Can I add vegetables to the baking dish?
Definitely—add sliced mushrooms, spinach, or broccoli for a one-pan meal.

10. Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Yes! It’s creamy, cheesy, and mild in flavor—most kids love it.

🏁 Conclusion
If you’re looking for a foolproof, family-friendly chicken recipe, this Easy Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast delivers every time. It’s loaded with creamy flavor, comes together in one pan, and tastes like it took hours—even though it only takes 45 minutes from start to finish.

Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or feeding a hungry crowd on a weeknight, this recipe makes dinner stress-free and incredibly satisfying.