Cottage Cheese Parmesan Chicken Bites
These Cottage Cheese Parmesan Chicken Bites are healthy, flavorful, and kid-approved, featuring a crispy exterior and tender inside—perfect for an easy dinner or snack.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites
- 1 pound lean chicken breast, diced Can substitute with chicken thighs for extra flavor.
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use almond flour for a keto-friendly version.
- 1 unit egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for baking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into bite-sized balls—about the size of a golf ball—and place them on a greased baking sheet.
- Drizzle a little olive oil over the bites for crispiness.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For best results, let the mixture sit for a few minutes before baking. You can also mix in minced garlic or Italian herbs for extra flavor. Alternatively, cook in an air fryer at 360°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.