Description

This High Protein Chicken Parm Cottage Cheese Bowl is a nutritious and delicious take on the classic chicken parmesan. Layered with creamy cottage cheese, savory grilled chicken, rich marinara sauce, and topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, this dish offers a satisfying high-protein meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Easy to prepare and baked to perfection, it combines wholesome ingredients with bold Italian flavors for a healthy comfort food experience.

Ingredients

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Cottage Cheese Mixture

1 cup Cottage Cheese
1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning (adjust to taste)
Salt & Pepper to taste

Chicken Layer

2 cups Grilled Chicken Breast, cooked and sliced

Sauce and Cheese Topping

1 cup Marinara Sauce (quality brand or homemade)
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (low-fat option recommended)
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the dish evenly.
Prepare Cottage Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese with 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground pepper. Mix well to distribute the seasoning evenly.
Layer Cottage Cheese: Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly across the bottom of your prepared baking dish, creating a creamy base for the other ingredients.
Add Chicken Layer: Arrange the sliced grilled chicken breast evenly on top of the cottage cheese mixture to ensure every bite has protein.
Pour Marinara Sauce: Cover the grilled chicken with 1 cup of marinara sauce, ensuring it’s spread well to add moisture and flavor.
Top with Cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese followed by 1/4 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the marinara sauce.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely and is bubbly and golden.
Cool and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for about a minute before serving to let the layers set slightly and prevent burns.

Notes

Use freshly ground black pepper and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor.
Low-fat mozzarella cheese can be used to reduce fat content without compromising taste.
Ensure the grilled chicken breast is fully cooked before layering to avoid undercooking.
This dish can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving for convenience.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Keywords: Chicken Parmesan, Cottage Cheese, High Protein, Healthy Chicken Recipes, Baked Chicken Dish, Italian Comfort Food