Baked Ricotta Chicken

Name: Baked Ricotta Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 large chicken breasts; salt & pepper; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 3 cloves garlic; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 2 cups marinara sauce; 2 cups mozzarella cheese; fresh basil

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4
Calories
542 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Baked Ricotta Chicken

Nina Acevedo

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This simple baked ricotta chicken recipe is an ultra comforting, cheesy meal after a busy day! Your oven does all the work in this easy chicken dinner with minimal prep.

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Ingredients

Servings

2 large chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
salt & pepper to taste
1 cup ricotta cheese whole milk preferred
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups marinara sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
fresh basil optional, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375F and move the rack to the top third of the oven.
Cut the chicken in half lengthwise to make four thinner cutlets, then season the chicken with salt & pepper.
To a medium bowl, add the ricotta, parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning, and mix together.
Pour half of the marinara sauce into a 9x13 casserole dish, and then spread it out evenly.
Arrange the chicken side-by-side in the casserole dish, and spread the ricotta mixture on top of each piece of chicken.
Spoon the rest of the marinara sauce over each piece of chicken.
Tightly cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Take the casserole dish out of the oven, and remove the foil. Sprinkle the mozzarella on top of the chicken, and return it to the oven, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165F).
If desired, broil for a couple of minutes to brown the cheese (watch it doesn't burn).
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes prior to serving. Season with extra salt & pepper if needed, and top with fresh basil if using.

Notes

Ovens and chicken breast sizes vary considerably, so keep in mind timing is just a guideline and it's always a good idea to use an instant read thermometer.
This recipe makes a lot of sauce. It's great over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Ovens and chicken breast sizes vary considerably, so keep in mind timing is just a guideline and it's always a good idea to use an instant read thermometer.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 542kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 52g (104%) Fat 31g (48%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 170mg (57%) Sodium 1552mg (65%) Potassium 947mg (27%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1437IU (29%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 662mg (66%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 542 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	542kcal	27%
Carbohydrates	14g	5%
Protein	52g	104%
Fat	31g	48%
Saturated Fat	17g	85%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	8g	40%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	170mg	57%
Sodium	1552mg	65%
Potassium	947mg	20%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	5g	10%
Vitamin A	1437IU	29%
Vitamin C	11mg	12%
Calcium	662mg	66%
Iron	2mg	11%