This Italian dressing chicken is so delicious and so easy to make! Chicken breasts are marinated in a creamy blend of Italian dressing, mayo, and herbs, then baked and finished with bubbly, melty parmesan cheese.
Make the marinade. Whisk together the Italian dressing, mayo, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley.
Marinade the chicken. In a large zip-top bag, mix the chicken with the marinade, making sure that the marinade thoroughly covers each piece of the chicken. Seal the bag and place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2 hours.
Prep. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking pan with aluminum foil.
Bake. Arrange the chicken in the baking pan and pour the marinade over it. Bake for 10 minutes.
Add the cheese. Sprinkle the chicken with parmesan and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Broil (optional). If the cheese doesn’t get quite as brown and bubbly as you’d like it, feel free to put it under the broiler for a minute or two. Just keep a close eye to make sure it doesn’t burn.
Garnish. Remove the chicken from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Rest. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Marinade the chicken for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for better flavor.
To ensure the most delicious outcome, choose your favorite brands of Italian dressing and mayo, as they significantly influence the overall taste.
Check doneness with a meat thermometer; chicken is done when the temperature registers at 165°F in the thickest part of the chicken. Thicker chicken breasts will need more time to cook through.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Seal leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: chicken marinade in Italian dressing, italian dressing chicken, italian salad dressing chicken