Baked Ricotta Chicken
This baked ricotta chicken is a comforting dish with tender chicken coated in a creamy, herby ricotta mixture, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as basil or oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, and dried herbs.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast with the ricotta mixture.
- Place the coated chicken in a baking dish, ensuring they’re snug.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking. Experiment with different herbs as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg