Description
Savor the delightful experience of tender chicken enveloped in a creamy basil sauce, enhanced by the richness of gooey mozzarella. This Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce transforms any meal into a special occasion, perfect for family dinners or cozy date nights. With its vibrant flavors and aromatic ingredients, this dish is sure to impress without requiring complex techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil until shimmering.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear each side until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and chopped basil after flipping the chicken; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Gently stir in shredded mozzarella until melted and creamy.
- Finish with lemon juice and top with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 53g
- Cholesterol: 155mg