Ingredients
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch!)
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley or basil work great)
Equipment Needed
– A baking sheet
– A mixing bowl
– A whisk
– A meat mallet or rolling pin (for pounding chicken)
– An oven preheated to 400°F (200°C)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start off, I like to prepare my chicken breasts by placing them between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pounding them to an even thickness. This not only helps them cook evenly but also makes them more tender. Next, I mix the cottage cheese with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined. Then, I set up my breading station with one bowl for the cottage cheese mixture and another for the combined breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. This makes the breading process a breeze! (See the next page below to continue steps…)