Description
A crispy, creamy, and spicy baked chicken dish made with cottage cheese, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and hot sauce for a high-protein dinner with bold flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: chili flakes or chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If they are thick, pound them lightly for even cooking.
- Coat each chicken breast thoroughly with the cottage cheese mixture, making sure all sides are covered.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the coated chicken and press gently so they adhere.
- Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish and drizzle olive oil over the top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, crispy on top, and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chili flakes or chopped parsley if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Reduce the hot sauce for a milder version.
- Full-fat cottage cheese gives a richer flavor, while low-fat works for a lighter dish.
- Boneless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts.
- For a low-carb option, omit the breadcrumbs and use only the Parmesan coating.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 175°C (350°F) for 5 to 8 minutes for best texture.
- Cook in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 15 to 18 minutes if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 80g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
