High-Protein Cottage Cheese Stuffed Chicken Recipe (9 Ingredients) High Protein Recipes Chicken Recipes Gluten-free Dinner

If you like including high-protein cottage cheese in your diet, do we have a recipe for you. "Protein-packed cottage cheese stuffed chicken recipe is ultra-flavorful, creamy and satisfying," says Rachel Maser, mom of four and founder/creator of the clean eating blog, Clean Food Crush®.

"All the beautiful bright colorful veggies add lots of flavor, texture and beneficial nutrients!" says Rachel. "With over 40 grams of protein per serving, this dish will support your fitness goals while fueling your body with delicious nutrient-dense foods. This recipe is not only high in protein but also packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants from the spinach, bell peppers and cherry tomatoes. The cottage cheese adds a creamy, melty and rich texture, that’s comforting and cozy after a long day." Why do we need protein in our diets? Read about the health benefits of protein.

To make this high-protein recipe you will need the following gluten-free, wholesome ingredients: boneless/skinless chicken breasts, cooking oil, shallots, baby spinach, cottage cheese (read about the health benefits of cottage cheese), egg whites, bell peppers (read about the health benefits of bell peppers) and cherry tomatoes.

Serve the moist, stuffed chicken breasts as a complete high-protein dinner, or add a healthy grain, salad or fresh vegetable as a side dish.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 to 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 to 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons avocado oil, ghee, tallow, unrefined organic coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil (divided)
• 3 shallots, diced
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped (heaping)
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 cup cottage cheese, excess liquid drained
• 1/4 cup egg whites
• 2 pounds boneless/skinless chicken breasts
• 2 bell peppers, chopped (red, orange, yellow or a combination)
• 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Here's how to make it: 

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until just wilted. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
2. In a bowl, combine the garlic powder, cottage cheese, egg whites and wilted spinach plus shallots mixture. Stir well. Season with sea salt and pepper, as desired.
3. Cut a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff each pocket with your spinach and cottage cheese mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
4. Using the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, just until seared. Carefully flip and cook for 2 minutes more on the other side until nicely golden brown.
5. Arrange the bell peppers and tomatoes around the chicken in the skillet.
6. Place the oven-safe skillet into a preheated 375-degree F oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through to 165 degrees in the thickest part using a meat thermometer.
7. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley. if desired. Serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the microwave.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Clean Food Crush®.

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