Description
A delicious and creamy baked chicken dish featuring ricotta cheese.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and spread the ricotta mixture evenly over each piece.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken and ricotta mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
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Notes
- Serve with pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg