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11-05-2025
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2-Ingredient High-Protein Pizza Dough For Busy Nights
Some nights, dinnertime feels more like a battle than a break, especially with kids in the mix. Tasty culinary producer and mom of three, Kelly Paige, gets it. She's all about low-effort dinner upgrades that are big on flavor and satisfaction, for both you and your little ones. Kelly came up with the best hack for sneaking extra nutrients and protein into a weeknight dinner that even the pickiest eater will be happy eating. It's all about adjusting familiar recipes to make them fit your needs, and this pizza recipe with a two-ingredient dough is a perfect example. The dough is nearly equal parts blended cottage cheese and self-rising flour. That's it. Blitz the cottage cheese until smooth, mix it with the flour, and you've got a protein-rich pizza base with a pillowy texture and zero rise time. If you can't find self-rising flour, just add 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder per 1 cup of all-purpose flour. That will work in a pinch! Transfer the dough onto a flat work surface to knead for a few minutes to activate the flour's gluten. Black gloves are not toootally necessary for this step, but boy does Kelly look cool as hell kneading that dough with them on. Next, press and spread the dough into an even, thin oval onto a prepared baking tray using hands greased with a little olive oil. Then, pop it into a hot (450°F/230°C) oven for 10–12 minutes. Pre-baking the crust before adding sauce and toppings ensures that the crust cooks through completely and has a crisp bottom. (Because here at Tasty, we go to great lengths to keep our bottoms crisp.) While the crust is baking, Kelly prepares a "hidden veggie" jar sauce simply by blending some pre-cut frozen veggies into a jar of pre-made sauce. Super easy, and super effective! (Plus, even the "no-chunks!" sauce folks will be satisfied by this one!) The dough browns evenly in the oven with the help of that little olive oil, and the self-rising flour gives the crust a fluffy texture. Look at that silky smooth (veggie-ful) sauce: Now all that's left is to add toppings: Kelly chooses a kid-friendly option with the classic pepperoni, but you can let your freak flag fly with anything from pineapple to clams. Pop it back in the oven for another 10–12 minutes, and dinner is ready! With only eight ingredients total, you've got a pizza that packs about 40 grams of protein per serving! Get your gains and a cheese pull? Um... duh. "I'm not lying: I legit make this once a week for my kids. They love it. It is working momma proof," Kelly says to the camera at the end of the video. And low-key, I'm jealous of Kelly's kids now. Want to try making Kelly's Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza for yourself? You can find the full recipe and a step-by-step video tutorial by downloading the free Tasty app and searching "cottage cheese pizza" — no subscription required!
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22-04-2025
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I Can't Stop Making This One-Pot, Garlicky Pasta (That's Better AND Cheaper Than Anything You Could Order Out)
Every household has a go-to cuisine they come back to again and again. In ours, it's always Italian. We do Pizza Friday, Pasta Sunday, and have a few weeknight staples we never get tired of. We also really, really love garlic. This One-Pot Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Pasta from Tasty Culinary Director Kelly Paige (aka @kellympaige) hits all the right culinary notes for us: tender bites of chicken, rigatoni, and a cheesy sauce with a bright pop of lemon for spring. It's comforting, kid-friendly, great for leftovers, and comes together in just one pot, so the cleanup is as easy as the prep. But what truly gets me? The creamy, garlicky base that makes this one-pot wonder taste like it's straight from an Italian restaurant. Serve it with some of the pairing ideas below to make it a full Italian-inspired experience, all from the comfort of home with a budget-friendly price tag. Mangiamo — let's eat! Tasty How to Make It Start by heating the avocado oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. While that warms up, sprinkle the chicken with your seasonings. Add it to the skillet and cook for about four to five minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's nicely browned on all sides. Tasty Toss in the garlic and stir constantly for about 30 seconds, at which point it will begin to smell amazing. Next, stir in the rigatoni, chicken stock, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Bring everything to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Tasty Let it simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is perfectly al dente. Finish by stirring in the Parmesan and lemon juice until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and well combined. Taste and season with a little more salt and pepper, if needed, and top with a sprinkle of parsley and extra Parmesan just before serving. Easy Swaps and Substitutions Although this dish is delightful as-is, here are some of my go-to variations: Add blue cheese — Feeling wild? Go bold by stirring in a sprinkle of crumbled blue cheese. Swap the chicken for shrimp or sausage — I love using a mix of sweet and spicy Italian chicken sausage. Give it a Tuscan summer vibe — Because I'm perpetually daydreaming of Tuscany, I sometimes toss in basil and sun-dried tomatoes, especially as the summer season nears. Go green — Add a handful of spinach, arugula, or kale for a bit of color, crunch, and extra nutrients. Zest it, baby — Brighten the dish up even more by grating in some lemon zest. It's a wonderful way to utilize every part of that lemon you've just juiced. Pack it with veggies — Sauté some sliced mushrooms with your chicken to give this dish that umami oomph, or add chopped zucchini. Switch up your pasta — Penne, ziti, fusilli, or even wide, flat pappardelle work beautifully with this dish. Just adjust the simmer time as needed. Tasty What To Serve It With Garlic bread — Dare I say, you can pair this garlic pasta with homemade garlic bread? Plus, it promises the perfect vessel for scooping up every last bit of your extra sauce. Arugula salad — A bowl of peppery arugula and a simple lemon vinaigrette is delicious. I often toss in toasted pine nuts and shaved parmesan, too. Roasted broccolini — Just drizzle with olive oil, roast until crispy, and add a little lemon zest before serving. Artichokes — Artichoke everything! Serve marinated artichokes alongside your antipasti platter or throw them on the grill with even more lemon and garlic. Wine Pairings, Please! Albariño — A white grape variety grown in Spain and Portugal, Alberiño has a crisp acidity and slight salinity that goes well with garlic (I especially love this one when I do the shrimp swap mentioned above). Pinot Noir — For a red, Pinot Noir won't overpower the flavors and acts as your 'palate cleanser' before bites. Prosecco — Of course, there's nothing like a crisp, bubbly Prosecco — always light and celebratory. And For Dessert? If you're turning this into a full evening affair, the dessert options are plentiful. I opt for a lemon olive oil cake to keep the theme or a simple scoop of citrus sorbet, though I can't resist sweet berries with whipped mascarpone in the summertime. And sometimes, just a square of dark chocolate with sea salt is all you need to seal the deal. Tasty Have you tried this dish yet? What do you pair with it? Share your culinary creativity with us in the comments below! Want to try Kelly's One-Pot Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Pasta or search for more easy one-pot meals? Download the free Tasty app to save this recipe and 7,500+ others — no subscription required. Tasty
