Easy Recipes Dinner: Indulgent Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce
Indulge in a rich and creamy mozzarella chicken dish packed with flavor and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in chopped basil and simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and cover until melted.
- Serve warm with pasta or crusty bread.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian herbs before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Easy Recipes Dinner, Mozzarella Chicken, Basil Cream Sauce