Cottage Cheese Parmesan Firecracker Chicken: A Creamy Delight

This Cottage Cheese Parmesan Firecracker Chicken is a creamy delight that turns ordinary weeknights into memorable feasts.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 2

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Cubed Chicken Breast or Thighs Chicken thighs offer juiciness, while breasts keep things leaner.

For the Sauce

1 cup Cottage Cheese Feel free to substitute with ricotta for a different texture!
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated or shredded for easy melting.

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used for a deeper flavor.
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to your spice preference.
1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt works best for seasoning.

For Cooking

1-2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Choose any oil with a high smoke point.

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the cubed chicken breast or thighs dry with paper towels. Season with salt, paprika, and black pepper.
Heat 1-2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, until golden-brown on the bottom.
Flip the chicken pieces over and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and golden on all sides.
Reduce the heat to low to prevent scorching and let the chicken rest briefly.
Stir in the cottage cheese and let it warm for about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese while stirring continuously until melted.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if necessary.
Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 38gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free and low-calorie friendly, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

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