Chicken breast cutlets with cottage cheese – now, that’s a dish with a delightful contrast of textures: the tender, lean chicken paired with the creamy, mild cottage cheese. This combination can be prepared in a simple, yet flavorful way. Here’s a recipe that brings out the best in both ingredients.
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breast Cutlets (4, thinly sliced)
- Cottage Cheese (1 cup)
- Lemon (1, zest and juice)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
- Fresh Parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
- Paprika (1 teaspoon)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken cutlets dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken cutlets and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cottage Cheese Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese with minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Place the cooked chicken cutlets on a serving plate.
- Top each cutlet with a generous spoonful of the cottage cheese mixture.
- Serve:
- Garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices if desired.
- Serve immediately, enjoying the fresh, creamy flavors alongside the warm chicken.
This dish balances the mildness of the cottage cheese with the zestiness of lemon and the subtle warmth of paprika, creating a meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Grocery List:
- Chicken Breast Cutlets (4)
- Cottage Cheese (1 cup)
- Lemon (1)
- Garlic (2 cloves)
- Olive Oil
- Fresh Parsley (1/4 cup)
- Paprika (1 teaspoon)
- Salt
- Pepper
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