Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce: A Juicy Delight for Dinner
Experience the rich flavors of Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce, a perfect dish for a delightful dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken from skillet and place in a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in chopped basil and mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- Serve with pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Mozzarella Chicken, Basil Cream Sauce, Chicken Recipe, Dinner