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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl That's a Weeknight Win

Enjoy a high-protein, guilt-free Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl that combines juicy chicken nuggets with creamy cottage cheese and zesty marinara sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Full-fat for richer flavor or low-fat for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Start small and taste test.
Chicken
  • 1 cup Chicken Nuggets Opt for air-fried nuggets.
Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Fresh or pre-packaged.

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Microwave
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Stir until well-blended.
  2. Microwave the mixture on high for 1 minute, stirring halfway through.
  3. Cut the air-fried chicken nuggets into small, bite-sized pieces.
  4. Add the chopped chicken to the cottage cheese mixture and stir gently.
  5. Return to the microwave for another 30 seconds, or until heated through.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow cottage cheese to reach room temperature before mixing to avoid curdling.

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