Ingredients
– 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 cups marinara sauce
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Baked Ricotta Chicken is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them in a baking dish.
3. Make Ricotta Mixture: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, oregano, and basil. Mix until well combined.
4. Stuff the Chicken: Spoon the ricotta mixture generously into the center of each chicken breast. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
5. Add Marinara Sauce: Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed chicken breasts, covering them evenly.
6. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
7. Rest: Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish: If desired, top with fresh basil leaves before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 39g