Cottage Cheese BBQ Chicken
A quick and easy protein-packed chicken dinner with a creamy cottage cheese topping, tangy ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, and melted cheddar cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken filet boneless, skinless breast
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp Ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese reduced fat
- 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken
- Pat the chicken filet dry with paper towels and place it in a small baking dish. Season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
- Make the cottage cheese mixture
- In a small bowl, combine the cottage cheese and ranch dressing. Mix well with a fork until blended and slightly smooth.
- Assemble the dish
- Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the top of the chicken filet, covering the entire surface. Drizzle the BBQ sauce over the cottage cheese layer. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese topping is bubbly and golden brown.
- Rest and serve
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 3 minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite sides!
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes (covered with foil) or in the microwave in 30-second intervals.
Substitutions: Use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer dish
Substitute ranch dressing with sour cream mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, and dried dill
Try chicken thighs instead of breast (add 3-5 minutes to cooking time)
Experiment with different BBQ sauce varieties (spicy, honey, smoky) Pro Tips: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for perfect doneness
Butterfly thick chicken filets for even cooking
Marinate chicken in ranch dressing for 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor
This recipe is perfect for meal prep - multiply the ingredients and cook several filets at once Serving Suggestions: Serve with a fresh green salad, roasted vegetables, cauliflower rice, or regular rice.
Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes (covered with foil) or in the microwave in 30-second intervals.
Substitutions: Use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer dish
Substitute ranch dressing with sour cream mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, and dried dill
Try chicken thighs instead of breast (add 3-5 minutes to cooking time)
Experiment with different BBQ sauce varieties (spicy, honey, smoky) Pro Tips: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for perfect doneness
Butterfly thick chicken filets for even cooking
Marinate chicken in ranch dressing for 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor
This recipe is perfect for meal prep - multiply the ingredients and cook several filets at once Serving Suggestions: Serve with a fresh green salad, roasted vegetables, cauliflower rice, or regular rice.
