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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl topped with fresh herbs and cheese

Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

A comforting and nutritious dish featuring tender chicken, creamy cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Cottage cheese (preferably low-fat) For a healthier option
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Feel free to swap with another cheese
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. In a baking dish, layer the seared chicken. Spoon cottage cheese generously over the top.
  3. Pour marinara sauce over the cottage cheese, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

For a balanced meal, serve over a bed of cooked quinoa or whole wheat pasta, garnished with fresh basil or parsley. Consider adding sautéed spinach or bell peppers for extra veggies.