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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parmesan Bowl

Cottage Cheese Chicken Parmesan Bowl

Delicious Cottage Cheese Chicken Parmesan Bowl, a lighter take on a classic recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
Sauces and Cheeses
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Herbs and Spices
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  3. Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned (approximately 5 minutes per side).
  4. Spread marinara sauce in the bottom of the baking dish. Place browned chicken on top, spoon cottage cheese over each piece, and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
  6. Garnish with chopped basil and oregano before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 38gFat: 18g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed vegetables or swapping cottage cheese for ricotta cheese.

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