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Cottage Cheese Chicken and Rice Bake

40-Minute Cottage Cheese Chicken and Rice Bake

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A comforting and creamy chicken and rice bake with cottage cheese, perfect for cold days and busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a greased baking dish, spread the rice evenly and pour the chicken broth over it.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, ensuring they’re well coated.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, and garlic powder until combined.
  5. Place the seasoned chicken breasts over the rice, then generously cover them with the cottage cheese mixture.
  6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the top to become golden and bubbly.

Notes

  • Use a baking dish that fits all ingredients snugly for even cooking.
  • Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving for better texture.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg