Creamy Parmesan Cottage Cheese Chicken Skillet 🍗🧀
A warm, satisfying skillet dinner with rich Parmesan flavor and a creamy cottage cheese sauce
Description
This Creamy Parmesan Cottage Cheese Chicken Skillet is the kind of recipe you make when you want comfort without extra steps. Tender cubed chicken is cooked in a skillet and coated in a creamy cottage cheese sauce that melts beautifully, while Parmesan adds depth and savory richness. It’s simple, cozy, and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that still feels special.
Ingredients
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1 lb chicken breast, cubed
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1 cup cottage cheese
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⅓ cup grated Parmesan
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil
Optional garnish: fresh parsley or extra Parmesan
Directions
1️⃣ Season the Chicken
Season the cubed chicken generously with salt and black pepper.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
3️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in the cottage cheese and Parmesan, mixing until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring gently.
4️⃣ Finish & Serve
Coat the chicken evenly in the sauce and let everything warm together for another 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
Serving Suggestions
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Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes
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Pair with steamed broccoli, green beans, or roasted vegetables
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Enjoy with crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce