Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce
Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce is a comforting dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a rich, creamy basil sauce and gooey melted mozzarella. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering an explosion of flavor that will please everyone at your table. Paired with pasta or crusty bread, this dish promises a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet is easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about one minute). Add heavy cream, soy sauce, and chopped basil; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet, top with shredded mozzarella cheese, and transfer the skillet to the oven.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg