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Irresistible Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce Recipe

Irresistible Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce Recipe
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This Irresistible Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce features tender, golden-brown chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy basil-infused sauce topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a comforting yet elegant weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients to create a delicious, satisfying meal that pairs wonderfully with pasta or roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients: Chop the garlic cloves finely and chop the fresh basil leaves. This will ensure the flavors release fully during cooking.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Build Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine with garlic and any browned bits from the chicken for extra flavor.
  5. Season and Simmer: Add the Italian seasoning and chopped basil leaves to the sauce. Stir well and allow the sauce to simmer gently until it slightly thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Combine and Melt Cheese: Return the chicken breasts back to the skillet. Top each chicken breast evenly with the shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve: Serve the mozzarella chicken alongside your choice of pasta or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken breasts in olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning for 30 minutes prior to cooking.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a few minutes longer before adding the chicken back in.
  • Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture, but shredded whole milk mozzarella works great and melts evenly.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with linguine, penne, or roasted seasonal vegetables.

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Keywords: mozzarella chicken, basil cream sauce, easy chicken dinner, Italian chicken recipe, creamy chicken, basil chicken

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