High Protein Chicken Parm Cottage Cheese Bowl
A delicious, high-protein dish that combines chicken parmesan with creamy cottage cheese, perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings without guilt.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose fresh, high-quality chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce Opt for quality marinara for best flavor
- 1 cup cottage cheese Use full-fat or low-fat according to preference
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with other cheeses if desired
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste Salt and pepper Season to your taste preference
- as needed Olive oil for cooking
- as desired Fresh basil for garnish Optional, for added flavor and presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 5-6 minutes per side.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish and pour marinara sauce over it.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of the marinara sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken bakes, spoon cottage cheese into a bowl to serve as the base.
- Once the chicken is cooked, place it on top of the cottage cheese.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil if using.
Notes
For best results, choose high-quality ingredients and feel free to experiment with the seasoning. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.