Easy Baked Ricotta Chicken Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
This Easy Baked Ricotta Chicken Recipe combines succulent chicken with the creamy flavor of ricotta cheese and the savory taste of turkey bacon, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, turkey bacon, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and top each with the ricotta mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in your favorite seasoning before baking.
- Feel free to substitute turkey bacon with regular bacon for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg