Description
This cozy, high-protein chicken parm bowl combines juicy chicken, a creamy cottage cheese sauce, and flavorful marinara, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or chicken tenders (Pat dry before seasoning.)
- 1 tsp salt (For seasoning the chicken.)
- 1 tsp black pepper (For seasoning.)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (For seasoning.)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (For seasoning.)
- 1/2 cup panko (For crispy coating.)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan (For crispy coating.)
Cheesy Cream Base
- 2 cups cottage cheese (Use 2% or 4% for richness.)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan (For creamy sauce.)
- 1/4 cup mozzarella (For stretch.)
- 1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (Optional for tang.)
Tomato Component
- 2 cups marinara sauce (With garlic and basil.)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (If using plain marinara.)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (For added heat.)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste (To deepen flavor.)
Base Options
- 3 cups rice, pasta, quinoa, or zucchini noodles (For serving.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- If desired, toss chicken in a mixture of panko and grated parmesan.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden on both sides and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and let it rest.
- Blend cottage cheese with grated parmesan, a splash of milk, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- In the same skillet, warm marinara sauce, then swirl in the cottage cheese blend.
- Slice or cube the rested chicken and add it back to the pan, coating it in the sauce.
- Top with mozzarella and allow it to melt.
- Serve over your base of choice and garnish with basil and extra parmesan.
Notes
This recipe is versatile and can be prepared using an air fryer or oven as well. You can also meal prep by cooking the chicken and sauce separately and combining them just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian