Savory Low-Carb Ricotta Stuffed Chicken

• 4 chicken breasts
• 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup Parmesan
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper
• Olive oil

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting through the bottom.
3. In a bowl, mix ricotta, parmesan, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
4. Fill each chicken pocket generously with the ricotta mixture.
5. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 3 minutes on each side to add color.
7. Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake 20–25 minutes until fully cooked.
8. Allow the chicken to rest 5 minutes before slicing.