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baked ricotta chicken

Cheesy Baked Ricotta Chicken That Will Wow Your Family

This baked ricotta chicken recipe combines juicy chicken with creamy ricotta, nestled in marinara for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese whole milk for best texture
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning or mix of dried basil and oregano
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • to taste Fresh Basil optional for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • casserole dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Instant-Read Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Ricotta Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking dish.
  2. Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
  4. Spread half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a greased casserole dish.
  5. Place chicken cutlets into the dish, dollop with the ricotta mixture, and top with remaining marinara.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and sprinkle mozzarella over the top. Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
  8. Broil for 1 minute for a golden cheese layer.
  9. Let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.

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