Description
Baked Ricotta Chicken is a dish that beautifully marries succulent chicken breasts with a creamy ricotta filling, creating a meal that’s both comforting and indulgent. Topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. Its Italian-inspired flavors and simple preparation make it a go-to for weeknight meals or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella 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
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and half the basil.
- Cut pockets in each chicken breast and stuff generously with the ricotta mixture.
- Place the stuffed chicken in the baking dish and pour marinara sauce on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella over the sauce and drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving and garnish with remaining basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (230g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg