Description
Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce is a comforting and indulgent dish that’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with fresh basil and topped with gooey melted mozzarella. This delightful meal not only pleases the palate but also makes for an eye-catching presentation that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz cooked pasta (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop basil and mince garlic.
- Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Make the sauce: Remove chicken from the skillet. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and stir.
- Add basil and cheese: Incorporate chopped basil, season with salt and pepper, then mix in mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and let simmer for a few minutes to warm through.
- Serve: Enjoy over pasta or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 160mg