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Skillet of Cottage Cheese Parmesan Firecracker Chicken ready to serve.

Cottage Cheese Parmesan Firecracker Chicken

A cozy, tangy, slightly spicy chicken dish featuring cottage cheese and Parmesan for a creamy and flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast or chicken thighs, cubed Thighs are juicier and allow some cooking errors.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Small-curd recommended, such as from Aldi.
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese Choose a quality Parmesan for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil For cooking.
  • to taste salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the cubed chicken with salt, paprika, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Pat the chicken dry before seasoning to help it brown properly in the skillet.
Cooking
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook without moving until golden on the bottom.
  3. Flip the chicken pieces and cook until fully cooked and lightly golden on all sides.
  4. Reduce the heat to low before adding the cottage cheese.
  5. Add the cottage cheese to the skillet and stir gently as it warms and softens.
  6. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce coats the chicken evenly.
  7. Taste and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
  8. Let the chicken simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Remove from heat and let rest for one minute before serving.

Notes

This dish can be served with pancakes for breakfast vibes or paired with side dishes like mashed potatoes or salad. If meal prepping, keep the sauce slightly undercooked to prevent drying out when reheating.