Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Baked Ricotta Chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy, savory ricotta mixture. Perfect for weeknight dinners and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–8 ounces each)
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 3. Pat chicken breasts dry. Place in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- 4. Spoon the ricotta mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- 5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temperature).
- 6. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the oven or on the stovetop for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g