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Crispy Chicken Parm Cottage Cheese Bowl

Cultural Context

Originating from Italian-American cuisine, Chicken Parmesan is a beloved dish that combines breaded chicken with marinara sauce and melted cheese. It's often served with pasta or as a sandwich. The addition of cottage cheese in this bowl version adds creaminess and protein, making it a hearty yet lighter alternative. This dish has gained popularity for its convenience and adaptability, appealing to both traditionalists and health-conscious eaters alike.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breasts
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1 large egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup marinara sauce
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt adds protein while being lower in calories.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Provolone is often less expensive and melts well.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers can provide a similar crunch.

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2

Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.

3

Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.

4

Season chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

5

Dip each chicken breast in egg, then coat with bread crumbs.

6

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

7

Sear chicken in the skillet until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

8

Transfer chicken to the prepared baking sheet.

9

Spread marinara sauce over each chicken breast.

10

Top with cottage cheese, then sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

11

Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and chicken is cooked through.

12

Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes before serving.

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Chicken Parmesan BowlCottage Cheese Chicken Parm

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