Cottage Cheese Chicken Parmesan Bowl

Cottage cheese chicken Parmesan bowls layer tender chicken, marinara, pasta, and melted mozzarella for an easy, protein-rich stovetop dinner.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 25 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cups short pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil

Cooking instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until just tender. Drain well. (about 10 min)
2. Season the chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until the thickest part reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a cutting board and slice. (about 14 min) — Medium heat
3. Add the marinara and cottage cheese to the skillet. Stir over medium-low heat until hot and smooth, about 3 minutes; do not boil vigorously. (about 3 min) — Medium-low heat
4. Divide the pasta among four bowls. Layer each with the warm sauce, sliced chicken, and mozzarella. Cover the skillet or bowls briefly until the mozzarella melts, about 2 minutes. (about 2 min) — Low heat
5. Top with the basil and serve hot.