Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce, a dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a comforting masterpiece. The melted mozzarella and aromatic basil-infused cream create a symphony of flavors, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. Serve it with crusty bread or over pasta to savor every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for about 3-5 minutes, stirring until slightly thickened.
- Stir in chopped basil, then gradually mix in mozzarella until melted and creamy.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they're well-coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 160mg