Description
Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce is a delightful Italian-inspired dish that elevates chicken to gourmet status. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a creamy basil sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. This recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. With its rich flavors and beautiful presentation, this dish will quickly become a favorite in your weekly meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sear chicken until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Stir in chopped basil and sprinkle mozzarella over each chicken breast.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving with remaining sauce drizzled over pasta or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 61g
- Cholesterol: 160mg