Description

Indulge in a satisfying, high-protein twist on classic chicken parmesan. Packed with lean chicken and low-fat cottage cheese, this 25-minute dish delivers 32g of protein per serving and guilt-free Italian flavors.

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper (to taste)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup marinara sauce
½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp dried oregano (optional)

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Instructions

Place the chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to ½-inch thickness
Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and season with salt, black pepper, and minced garlic
Cook the chicken in a skillet or baking dish until golden and fully cooked (15-18 minutes)
Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken breast
Top with low-fat cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, and dried oregano
Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and browns
Serve hot with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad

Notes

Use a meat mallet to thoroughly tenderize the chicken for even cooking.
Broiling may vary by oven; watch closely to avoid burning.
For a dairy-free version, omit Parmesan and use nutritional yeast instead.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: High Protein Meals
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American