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Ricotta Chicken Bake

A succulent dish featuring chicken breasts topped with a creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheese mixture, perfect for any meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil, extra virgin
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix the ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of mozzarella, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
  3. Prepare the baking dish by placing the chicken breasts and drizzling them with olive oil.
  4. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
  5. Add the remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Ensure that chicken breasts are evenly sized for uniform cooking. Use room temperature ricotta cheese for easier mixing.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: chicken bake, ricotta cheese, Italian recipe, comfort food, easy dinner