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High-protein chicken gratin
A delicate, juicy, and incredibly filling high-protein gratin made with chicken fillet, creamy curd cheese (cottage cheese), and a light cheese crust. The perfect dinner for those aiming to stay in shape or lose weight: maximum protein, minimum carbohydrates, and a rich flavor without excess fat.
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Ingredients
For 1 serving- Chicken Fillets200 g
- Сир кисломодочний 5%120 g
- Egg1 piece
- tomato100 g
- Моцарела15 g
- Garlic5 g
- паприка копчёная(optional)
- Травы итальянские(optional)
- Salt(optional)
- Black pepper(optional)
- Flat-leaf parsley(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- 2
Cut the chicken fillet into small cubes or thin slices. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano.
- 3
In a separate bowl, mix the curd cheese (cottage cheese), egg, and minced garlic until a smooth, creamy consistency is reached.
- 4
Lightly grease the baking dish with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
- 5
Spread the chicken fillet evenly.
- 6
Spread the cheese and egg mixture evenly over the top.
- 7
Arrange the tomato slices on top.
- 8
Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
- 9
Bake for 30–35 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked through and the cheese on top turns golden brown.
- 10
After removing from the oven, let the dish rest for 5 minutes to stabilize. Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Chef's tip: For extra flavour, marinate the protein in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chicken Fillets
200 g
Сир кисломодочний 5%
120 g
Egg
1 piece
tomato
100 g
Моцарела
15 g
Garlic
5 g
паприка копчёная
(optional)
Травы итальянские
(optional)
Salt
(optional)
Black pepper
(optional)
Flat-leaf parsley
(optional)
Ingredient tip
Swap the chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas for a delicious vegetarian option.
Step-by-step instructions
For 1 serving- 1
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- 2
Cut the chicken fillet into small cubes or thin slices. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano.
- 3
In a separate bowl, mix the curd cheese (cottage cheese), egg, and minced garlic until a smooth, creamy consistency is reached.
- 4
Lightly grease the baking dish with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
- 5
Spread the chicken fillet evenly.
- 6
Spread the cheese and egg mixture evenly over the top.
- 7
Arrange the tomato slices on top.
- 8
Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
- 9
Bake for 30–35 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked through and the cheese on top turns golden brown.
After removing from the oven, let the dish rest for 5 minutes to stabilize. Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Chef's tip: For extra flavour, marinate the protein in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
Nutrition per serving
% Daily Value*
- Vitamin A28%
- Vitamin C35%
- Calcium15%
- Iron20%
- Potassium18%
- Magnesium22%
*Based on a 2,000 kcal daily diet.
Macronutrients
60% of calories
Helps build and repair muscle tissue.
11% of calories
Provides energy for your body and brain.
28% of calories
Supports hormone production and brain function.
Ingredient nutrition breakdown
| Ingredient | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fillets | 212 | 40g | 2g | 2g |
| Сир кисломодочний 5% | 150 | 20g | 4g | 6g |
| Egg | 78 | 7g | 1g | 6g |
| tomato | 18 | 1g | 4g | 0g |
| Моцарела | 0 | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Garlic | 7 | 0g | 2g | 0g |
| паприка копчёная | — | — | — | — |
| Травы итальянские | — | — | — | — |
| Salt | — | — | — | — |
| Black pepper | — | — | — | — |
| Flat-leaf parsley | — | — | — | — |
Estimated — some ingredients lack nutrition data.
Reviews (320)
Based on 320 reviews
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- Sarah J.Verified Purchase2 days ago
Delicious and so easy to make! I prepped it for lunch all week and it kept me full and energized.
- Marcus T.Verified Purchase5 days ago
Restaurant-quality at home. The marinade tip in the notes made all the difference — will cook again.
- Priya N.1 week ago
Great balance of protein and veg. I swapped chicken for tofu and it still came out fantastic.
Cook's notes
Do not overcook the dish in the oven so that the chicken fillet remains juicy.
For a richer aroma, add a pinch of dried basil or thyme.
If desired, you can add 50g of mushrooms or 50–70g of fresh spinach — this will make the dish even juicier while barely changing its calorie count.
Tips & variations
Prep ahead
Roast the sweet potatoes and cook the grains the night before — the bowl comes together in minutes.
Make it vegetarian
Swap the chicken for grilled tofu or crispy chickpeas without losing the protein punch.
Store & reheat
Keeps for 3 days in an airtight container. Add the avocado fresh, just before serving.
Boost the flavour
A squeeze of lemon and a pinch of flaky salt right before eating brightens the whole bowl.
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