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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl garnished with herbs and served in a bowl

Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

This comforting Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl blends creamy cottage cheese, savory seasoned chicken, and tangy marinara topped with crunchy breadcrumbs, perfect for a wholesome autumn dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese Can swap part for Greek yogurt for a lighter texture
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pieces halal chicken breasts (about 12–14 oz total), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Use a chunky, herbed sauce for best flavor
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or gluten-free crumbs Use for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat and Prep

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.

Season and Sear Chicken

  • Toss the cubed halal chicken breast with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of Italian seasoning.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes until lightly browned but not fully cooked. Set aside.

Make the Cottage Cheese Base

  • In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, egg, garlic powder, and half the Parmesan until smooth. Season to taste.

Assemble the Bowl

  • Spread half of the marinara in the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Spoon in the cottage cheese mixture, smoothing it out.
  • Place seared chicken evenly on top, then spoon the remaining marinara over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella, remaining Parmesan, and breadcrumbs evenly.

Bake

  • Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Serve

  • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve warm with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Notes

Drain excess liquid from cottage cheese if very wet. Cut chicken into similar-sized pieces for uniform cooking. Reheat leftovers in the oven for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 46gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
Keyword Baked Dish, Chicken Parm, comfort food, cottage cheese, High Protein
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