Description
Baked Ricotta Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that transforms your dinner table into a comforting Italian feast. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy, flavorful ricotta filling, topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. It’s not just delicious; it’s also incredibly easy to make, making it perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Whether served with pasta, rice, or a side salad, this cheesy delight is sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and half the basil.
- Cut pockets in each chicken breast and stuff them with the ricotta mixture.
- Arrange the stuffed chicken in the baking dish and cover with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with remaining basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 130mg