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Cottage Cheese Chicken Bake

Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Bake for a Cozy Dinner Night

Enjoy this Cottage Cheese Chicken Bake—a high-protein, one-dish meal perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Choose pieces of similar size for even cooking.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Opt for full-fat or low-fat based on your preference.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Imparts a cheesy depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used as a vegetarian substitution.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Infuses aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Elevates savory notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Brings color and a hint of smokiness.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For Assembly
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray To grease the baking dish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Blender
  • 8x8-inch baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously spray an 8x8-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the greased baking dish and pour the blended cottage cheese sauce over it, ensuring coverage.
  4. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is bubbling.
  5. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving; optionally garnish with chopped parsley or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For easy meal prep, assemble it up to 24 hours in advance and increase baking time slightly if unbaked.

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