Ingredients

The following ingredients have 3 Servings
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning (divided)
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella (divided)
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • Additional salt and pepper (to taste)

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Butterfly chicken breasts lengthwise and place into a lightly greased baking dish.
  • In a small mixing bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, egg, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Spoon about 1/4 cup of sauce onto one half of each chicken breast. Spread ricotta mixture on top of the sauce and fold chicken breasts over to close.
  • Drizzle remaining 1 cup marinara sauce over chicken. Top with remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake in a 400 degree oven for 25-30 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.