Ingredients
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning, divided
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Italian cheese blend (mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, Asiago, Fontina, Romano)
- ¼ cup marinara sauce
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken:
- Preheat your air fryer.
- Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and ½ tsp Italian seasoning.
- Air Fry the Chicken:
- Cook the seasoned chicken in the air fryer for 15-20 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Adjust time based on thickness.
- Blend the Cottage Cheese:
- While the chicken cooks, blend the cottage cheese until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 20-30 seconds. Stir in the remaining ½ tsp Italian seasoning.
- Assemble the Bowl:
- Slice or dice the cooked chicken.
- Layer the smooth cottage cheese in a bowl, then top with the chicken pieces.
- Sprinkle the shredded Italian cheese blend over the chicken and drizzle with marinara sauce.
- Melt the Cheese:
- Microwave the assembled bowl for 15-20 seconds to melt the cheese.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Top with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, coat the chicken in gluten-free breadcrumbs before air frying.
- To make the dish more filling, serve over zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or a bed of greens.
- If blending cottage cheese, ensure it’s smooth for the creamiest base.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
