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Irresistible 5-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Chicken Bake

cottage cheese chicken bake
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A creamy and flavorful baked chicken dish with cottage cheese, herbs, and optional vegetables for a healthy comfort food meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon, optional
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella, optional topping
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach, optional
  • 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and pound them to an even thickness if needed.
  3. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
  4. In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth.
  5. Stir in the Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, thyme, basil, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Add the lemon zest and optional spinach or sun-dried tomatoes if using.
  7. Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
  8. Sprinkle mozzarella on top if desired.
  9. Bake uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
  10. Broil for 3 to 5 minutes at the end for a golden top if desired.
  11. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the cottage cheese mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.
  • Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

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