Description
Indulge in the vibrant Mediterranean flavors of the Greek Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl. This nutritious dish combines tender, seasoned chicken with creamy cottage cheese and crisp fresh vegetables, creating a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer barbecues, this quick and easy recipe ensures every bite is bursting with flavor. Elevate your dining experience while enjoying a bowl full of wholesome ingredients that satisfy both hunger and health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano; place them in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let cool slightly.
- While the chicken bakes, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Shred or cube the cooked chicken and mix it in a bowl with cottage cheese, feta cheese, tomatoes, and cucumber.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with extra feta or herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg