Start by seasoning the chicken evenly on all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Gently rub the seasonings into the surface of the chicken so the flavor penetrates well, which helps ensure every bite is savory and well-balanced.

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil if needed. Place the seasoned chicken into the hot skillet and cook without moving it too much so it can develop a golden crust. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through, no longer pink in the center, and nicely browned on both sides.

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for a few minutes. Resting allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken tender and juicy. Once rested, slice the chicken into even strips or bite-sized pieces.

Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor and blend until it becomes completely smooth and creamy. Take your time with this step, as a fully blended cottage cheese base is key to achieving a rich, sauce-like texture without any graininess.

Pour the marinara sauce into a saucepan or the same skillet used for the chicken and warm it gently over low heat. Slowly stir in the blended cottage cheese, mixing continuously until the sauce becomes creamy and uniform. Keep the heat low to prevent the sauce from separating.

Place the sliced chicken into a serving bowl or oven-safe dish and spoon the warm cottage cheese–marinara sauce evenly over the top, making sure the chicken is well coated.

Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce. The combination of cheeses adds melt, flavor, and that classic Chicken Parmesan finish without overpowering the dish.

Heat the bowl gently, either on the stovetop over low heat or briefly under a broiler, just until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes lightly bubbly. Avoid high heat to keep the sauce smooth and creamy.

Remove the bowl from the heat and let it rest for about one minute before serving. This short rest helps the sauce settle and brings all the flavors together for the best texture and taste.