Description
RICOTTA CHICKEN is a creamy Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious ricotta sauce, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with herbs, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in olive oil for at least 30 minutes, then spread the ricotta mixture over the chicken.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
- Use fresh ricotta for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: chicken
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 90
Keywords: chicken, ricotta, Italian, creamy, comfort food