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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parmesan Bowl with melted cheese and chicken

Cottage Cheese Chicken Parmesan Bowl

A quick and easy one-pan dish that combines chicken, marinara, cottage cheese, and mozzarella for a delightful comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for cooking
  • Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the chicken in the skillet until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
Cooking
  1. Spread the marinara sauce over the chicken, then scoop dollops of cottage cheese on top.
  2. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese generously over everything.
  3. Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melty and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, try marinating the chicken in Italian spices for an hour before cooking. You can swap out mozzarella for parmesan or use dairy-free cheese. Adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers is also a great way to boost nutrition. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes.