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Cottage Cheese Parmesan Firecracker Chicken


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  • Author: Natalie Brooks
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A delicious and protein-packed dish featuring boneless chicken coated in a creamy cottage cheese and Parmesan mixture, baked to perfection.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chicken cubes to the bowl and mix until the chicken is evenly coated with the cheese mixture.
  4. Drizzle the chicken cubes with vegetable oil and spread them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the surface is golden brown.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the cheese mixture.
  • Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg