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Baked Ricotta Chicken Recipe

Baked Ricotta Chicken Recipe
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This Baked Ricotta Chicken recipe is a flavorful twist on a classic chicken dish. Tender chicken breasts are stuffed with a creamy ricotta mixture, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, then baked to perfection. A delicious and easy-to-make dinner option for any night of the week.

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1⁄2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1⁄4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1⁄2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
  3. Mix Ricotta Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and half of the chopped basil.
  4. Prepare Chicken: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the ricotta mixture. Secure edges with toothpicks if needed.
  5. Assemble: Place stuffed chicken breasts in the baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over the chicken and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake: Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the dish if desired. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking. Sprinkle with remaining fresh basil before serving.

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Keywords: Baked Ricotta Chicken, Stuffed Chicken Breast, Italian Chicken Recipe

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