There is nothing better than Swiss chicken bake made with a handful of ingredients and a creamy, cheesy golden topping. Pair with rice and veggies, this easy dinner is served!

Angled view of Swiss chicken breasts baked in a white dish garnished with parsley.

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Creamy Baked Swiss Chicken

Swiss chicken bake takes oven baked chicken breast up a notch by smothering it in a creamy Parmesan coating, topping it with a layer of Swiss cheese, and baking it until the chicken is juicy and the cheese is perfectly melted on top!

This easy-to-make chicken with Swiss is perfect for busy weeknights and cozy family dinners. It’s hearty, satisfying, and can be customized to add breadcrumbs for crunch, similar to my Parmesan ranch chicken!

Why I Love This Recipe

  • Comfort food classic. A simple, go-to creamy chicken and cheese bake never disappoints.
  • Packed with flavor. Everyone loves this family-friendly dish, especially the kids!

Ingredients Notes

Ingredients for Swiss chicken including raw chicken breasts, Swiss cheese slices, shredded parmesan, mayonnaise, spices, and seasonings arranged on a white surface.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Chicken breasts: Boneless skinless chicken breasts is what I use for this dish. You can swap for chicken thighs if preferred. Again, I would go with boneless.
  • Swiss cheese: Sliced Swiss cheese is easy to lay down, but you can also use freshly grated.
  • Mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese: For the cheesy coating. It helps keep the chicken nice and moist and adds great flavor.
  • Seasoning: Garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

How to Make Swiss Chicken

Mix the mayo, Parmesan, and seasonings in a shallow bowl or pie pan.

Glass bowl with mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning ready to be mixed.

Coat the chicken in the sauce and place them in a prepared casserole dish.

Raw chicken breast coated in a creamy seasoned mixture in a glass bowl.

Lay the slices of Swiss on top and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.

Chicken breasts coated in creamy mixture topped with slices of Swiss cheese and sprinkled parmesan in a baking dish before cooking.

Bake at 375°F oven for 45 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve!

Four baked Swiss chicken breasts in a casserole dish, covered with melted cheese and garnished with chopped parsley.

Recipe Tips

  • Fully cooked. Use a digital thermometer to read the internal temperature. Depending on the thickness of the chicken, it may alter the bake time needed to cook through.
  • Smaller portions. Use an 8×8 baking dish if your chicken breasts are smaller (or if you’re making fewer pieces).
  • Serving suggestions: Serve chicken and Swiss with rice and a simple spring salad or Caprese salad. You could also do a side of creamy penne pasta and some steamed veggies.
A serving of creamy Swiss chicken over white rice on a plate with a fresh green salad on the side.

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Close-up of baked Swiss chicken in casserole dish with melted cheese and garnished with parsley.

Swiss Chicken

5 from 5 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
There is nothing better than Swiss chicken bake made with a handful of ingredients and a creamy, cheesy golden topping. Pair with rice and veggies, this easy dinner is served!
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Ingredients 

  • 4 chicken breasts , boneless and skinless
  • 4 slices swiss cheese
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese , grated and divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

For serving: rice and fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat and prepare: Preheat oven to 375° F. Coat a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Make sauce: In a shallow bowl or pie pan, mix together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of the parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Dip chicken: Coat the chicken with the sauce and place in the prepared casserole dish. Top with slices of swiss cheese and sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese on top. Add more if desired.
  • Bake: Bake for 45 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F. Serve warm with rice.

Last step: Please leave a comment and rating after you make the recipe.

Notes

Pan size: You may use a 8×8 baking dish if your chicken breasts are smaller.
For serving: We love to serve this over rice with steamed veggies. 
Variation: You could swap the mayo for cream of chicken soup, then sprinkle Italian breadcrumbs over the top before baking. 

Nutrition

Calories: 774kcal, Carbohydrates: 46g, Protein: 62g, Fat: 36g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g, Monounsaturated Fat: 9g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 181mg, Sodium: 965mg, Potassium: 939mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 0.4g, Vitamin A: 335IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 339mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

Substitutions and Variation

  • For a slightly different flavor, swap mayo for cream of chicken soup and then coat it in Italian breadcrumbs. It’s similar to my chicken and stuffing casserole, but with cheese!
  • You could also add a bit of Dijon mustard to the mayo mixture.
  • Play around with the kind of cheese you use from mozzarella to cheddar, gouda, or Pepper Jack for some heat!
  • Add a layer of sautéed mushrooms underneath the Swiss cheese slices.

Recipe FAQs

How to store leftovers?

Keep any leftover Swiss cheese chicken stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Can I freeze it?

You can freeze leftovers for up to 2 months. Let the chicken cool completely and then store the cooked breasts in a freezer bag or freezer-safe container. You can also wrap the individual pieces in plastic wrap.

Thaw them in the fridge overnight before reheating.

How to reheat my leftovers?

If you’ve got some extra time, I would recommend the oven at 325°F until heated through. You can use the microwave, but just be careful not to overcook them, otherwise they’ll be rubbery!