Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce
Tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy basil sauce and topped with melted mozzarella. This Mozzarella Chicken in Basil Cream Sauce is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that’s bursting with Italian flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Stir in heavy cream, basil, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
- Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the skillet and cook until the mozzarella is melted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over pasta, rice, or with a side of roasted vegetables.
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