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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

Delicious Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl You’ll Love

This Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is a high-protein twist on a classic chicken parmesan, combining creamy cottage cheese with chicken and marinara for a flavorful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use full-fat for richness or low-fat if preferred.
  • 2 cups Chicken Nuggets Frozen or air-fried; avoid overcooking for best texture.
  • 2 cups Pasta or Rice Choose your favorite carbohydrate.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Store-bought is quick; homemade is also great.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust according to taste.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Add at the end for optimal melting.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Adjust quantity based on taste.

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir until well incorporated.
  2. Microwave the prepared mixture on high for 1 minute, stirring halfway through. The mixture should be bubbly.
  3. Cut the air-fried chicken nuggets into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Stir the chicken nuggets into the creamy mixture and heat for an additional 30 seconds or until everything is hot and gooey.
  5. Spoon the mixture over a bed of cooked pasta or rice.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs like basil or parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow cottage cheese to reach room temperature before mixing to prevent curdling. Store components separately to maintain texture and freshness.

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