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Pesto Chicken and Tomato Cottage Cheese Bake

Pesto Chicken and Tomato Cottage Cheese Bake

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A creamy pesto chicken and tomato bake with cottage cheese for added protein. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)
  • 3 tbsp basil pesto
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 tbsp parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Blend the cottage cheese with basil pesto until smooth and creamy.
  3. Toss chicken and tomatoes with the pesto mixture.
  4. Spread evenly in a baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.

Notes

  • Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Blend cottage cheese for a smoother texture.
  • Adjust pesto to taste.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg