Baked Ricotta Chicken (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Cheese Mixture

02 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
05 - 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

→ Seasonings

06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Additional Ingredients

12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
14 - 1/2 cup marinara sauce

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Place chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes until smooth and creamy.
04 - Spread a generous amount of the ricotta mixture over each chicken breast, then sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the ricotta layer.
05 - Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C and topping is golden.
06 - While chicken bakes, warm marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
07 - Remove chicken from oven, spoon marinara sauce over each breast, and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
08 - Return to oven for 5 additional minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving with extra marinara sauce if desired.

# Handy Tips:

01 - For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the ricotta mixture.
02 - If you prefer a crispier topping, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
03 - Use store-bought marinara sauce or make your own for a more personalized dish.
04 - For a lower-carb option, swap the breadcrumbs with crushed almonds or almond flour.
05 - This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

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