Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
– 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create the delicious Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce:
1. Prep Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
6. Add Cheeses: Stir in the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, and Italian seasoning. Continue to cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
7. Return Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, spooning the sauce over it to coat.
8. Melt Butter: Add butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt into the sauce for added richness.
9. Serve: Let everything simmer together for an additional minute or two, then remove from heat.
By following these steps, you will create a mouthwatering dish that’s sure to please!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Fat: 36g
- Protein: 38g