Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce: Easy Comfort Food Delight
Deliciously creamy Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce is the perfect comfort food that brings a delightful flavor to your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream and chopped basil, then pour over the chicken in the skillet.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables for a wholesome meal.
- This dish pairs well with pasta or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Mozzarella Chicken, Basil Cream Sauce, Comfort Food