Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce: A Juicy Weeknight Delight
This Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that your family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper and place in the pan.
- Cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and pour heavy cream over the top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and basil on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a little heat, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil, but the flavor will be different.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Mozzarella Chicken, Basil Cream Sauce, Weeknight Dinner