Chicken Parm Cottage Cheese Bowl
A healthy twist on classic chicken parmesan, this dish combines protein-rich chicken and creamy cottage cheese, topped with savory marinara sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce and Assembly
- 1 cup marinara sauce Heated before serving
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese Base for the bowl
- Fresh basil or parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
- Arrange the breaded chicken on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken is baking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat for 5-10 minutes.
Assembly
- Distribute the low-fat cottage cheese evenly among serving bowls.
- Spoon the warm marinara sauce over the cottage cheese.
- Top each bowl with a piece of baked chicken.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
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Notes
For extra crispy chicken, consider double-dipping in the breadcrumb mixture. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer storage.