Description
Cottage cheese transforms ordinary chicken into something luxuriously creamy and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray, for greasing the dish
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine the cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl, whisking until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Season the chicken breasts with a light sprinkle of salt and pepper, then place them in the prepared baking dish, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
- Spoon the cottage cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast, using the back of the spoon to spread it into a thick, generous coating that covers the entire surface.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes after removing from the oven to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is evenly coated for best flavor.
- Letting chicken rest is crucial for moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Chicken Bake, Chicken Bake, Healthy Chicken Recipe