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Ricotta Chicken Creamy Oven Baked Dinner

Tender chicken breasts baked in a creamy ricotta cheese mixture for a comforting and easy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Ricotta Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
  • fresh parsley chopped
  • red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, lemon zest, oregano, garlic, and heavy cream. Mix until smooth.
  4. Place chicken in baking dish and spoon ricotta mixture evenly over each breast.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden, bubbly top.
  7. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes, serve immediately.

Notes

Add extra heavy cream for a creamier sauce or mix in spinach for variation.