Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 4-5 cloves roasted garlic, mashed
– 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper (optional)
– Fork or potato masher
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s preheat our oven to 400°F (200°C). While that’s heating, I like to prepare my baking sheet with a layer of parchment paper to help prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze. In a large mixing bowl, I combine the ground chicken, cottage cheese, mashed roasted garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and oregano. I use a fork to blend everything until it’s just mixed—be careful not to overwork the chicken! The aroma of garlic fills my kitchen right away. It’s absolutely delightful. (See the next page below to continue steps…)