Description
Creamy cottage cheese elevates classic chicken parmesan into a protein-packed bowl of comfort. Melted mozzarella, crispy chicken, and marinara sauce blend deliciously, offering you a quick, satisfying meal that reimagines Italian-American cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 cup breaded chicken breast, cooked and sliced
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Cheese:
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Sauce and Garnish:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) marinara sauce
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Create a smooth foundation by spreading cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of a serving bowl.
- Carefully arrange crispy breaded chicken cutlets, sliced into strips, atop the cottage cheese layer.
- Ladle hot marinara sauce generously over the chicken, ensuring complete coverage and warmth.
- Shower the dish with a blend of grated mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, allowing the residual heat to slightly melt the cheese.
- Delicately tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them across the surface for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is still melted and the chicken remains warm and crisp.
Notes
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a tangier, protein-packed base that keeps the dish light and creamy.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the chicken crispy and accommodate those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep chicken in advance by breading and baking ahead of time to streamline meal preparation during busy weeknights.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick that elevates the flavor profile and adds a warming touch to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 54 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg