Description
Baked Ricotta Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that will elevate your dinner routine. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts generously stuffed with a creamy ricotta, Parmesan, and garlic filling, then topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. The combination of flavors creates a satisfying meal that’s perfect for family dinners or dinner parties. Not only is it easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, but it also offers the versatility to customize according to your taste preferences. Whether you choose to add extra herbs or vegetables, this dish is sure to impress.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cut pockets into the chicken breasts and stuff them with the ricotta mixture.
- Place in the baking dish and top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let rest before serving; garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg