Cottage Cheese Parmesan Firecracker Chicken
A delightful dish that combines juicy chicken with a creamy, cheesy sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or chicken thighs, cubed
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Season the cubed chicken with salt, paprika, and black pepper, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Place the seasoned chicken in a single layer within the skillet, cooking undisturbed until the bottoms are golden brown.
- Flip the chicken pieces to cook on the other side until they’re fully cooked and lightly golden.
- Lower the heat and add in the cottage cheese, stirring gently as it warms up.
- Gradually sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce evenly coats the chicken.
- Taste and adjust the salt and pepper to your preference.
- Let it simmer on low for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture rest for one minute before serving.
Notes
For a twist, experiment with different cheese types or add herbs for extra flavor. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg