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Cottage Cheese Parmesan Firecracker Chicken


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A delightful dish combining tender chicken with a creamy cottage cheese and Parmesan sauce, seasoned with paprika and black pepper.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or chicken thighs, cubed
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • â…“ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the cubed chicken with salt, paprika, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook without moving until golden on the bottom.
  4. Flip the chicken pieces and cook until fully cooked and lightly golden on all sides.
  5. Reduce the heat to low before adding the sauce ingredients.
  6. Add the cottage cheese to the skillet and stir gently as it warms and softens.
  7. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce coats the chicken evenly.
  8. Taste and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
  9. Let the chicken simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  10. Remove from heat and let rest for one minute before serving.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan for the best sear. Adjust seasonings to taste at the end.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg