Can I use low‑fat cottage cheese?

You can, but the sauce won’t be as rich. To make up for it, add a teaspoon of olive oil or butter while blending.

How do I keep the sauce from separating?

Make sure you blend the cottage cheese sauce until totally smooth, and simmer gently—avoid boiling once it’s in the pan.

Yes, the recipe is naturally gluten‑free, so it’s safe for most gluten‑sensitive folks.

A one‑pan dinner featuring juicy chicken and vegetables smothered in a creamy cottage cheese sauce.

2 chicken breasts (or thighs), halved

1 cup bell pepper, sliced

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

2 cups spinach

1 cup full‑fat cottage cheese

3 cloves roasted garlic

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/4 cup chicken broth

Salt & pepper to taste

1. Season and sear chicken in olive oil 5‑6 min per side, remove

2. Sauté pepper and mushrooms 3‑4 min

3. Add spinach and wilt

4. Blend cottage cheese, garlic, lemon juice, broth until smooth

5. Return chicken to pan and pour sauce over

6. Cover and simmer 6‑8 min until chicken is cooked through

Sauce stays creamy after storing

Use low‑fat cottage cheese plus fat if preferred

Make sauce ahead for faster prep

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