Description
A wholesome meal that blends classic chicken Parmesan flavors with creamy cottage cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, then spoon cottage cheese on top, and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let it rest for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
Use quality marinara sauce and consider adding sautéed vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese, Chicken Parmesan, Healthy Dinner, Italian Cuisine, Comfort Food