Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
– Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Easy Mozzarella Chicken with Basil Cream Sauce is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the garlic.
6. Mix in Basil: Add the chopped basil and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
7. Melt Cheese: Lower the heat and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Stir gently until melted and creamy.
8. Return Chicken: Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
9. Simmer: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
10. Serve: If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
By following these steps, you will create a dish that is not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 36g
- Protein: 40g