Super Yummy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl for Cozy Nights
A comforting and hearty bowl that combines the wholesome goodness of cottage cheese with delicious chicken and classic Italian flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sear each side until golden brown.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish and place the seared chicken on top.
- Spread the cottage cheese evenly over the chicken, followed by the marinara sauce and finally sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, then serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm, Chicken, Comfort Food, Cozy Recipes