Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl Recipe
A delicious and healthy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl featuring air-fried chicken nuggets, a creamy blend of cottage cheese and Italian seasonings, topped with melted Italian cheese and marinara sauce for a comforting, high-protein meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Cottage Cheese Mixture
- 1 serving blended cottage cheese (approximately ½ cup)
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend (mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, asiago, fontina, romano)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Chicken
- 1 serving air-fried chicken nuggets (about 4–5 pieces)
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
- Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine blended cottage cheese, marinara sauce, Italian cheese blend, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Stir well to blend the flavors and create a creamy base.
- Microwave the mixture: Heat the bowl on high in the microwave for 1 minute, stirring halfway through to ensure even warming and melting of the cheeses.
- Prep the chicken: Cut the air-fried chicken nuggets into small bite-sized pieces for easy incorporation into the bowl.
- Combine and heat: Stir the chicken pieces into the warmed cheese mixture and microwave again on high for 30 seconds, until the mozzarella is fully melted and everything is heated through.
- Serve and garnish: Sprinkle with parsley for a fresh pop of color and flavor. Enjoy your protein-packed Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh mozzarella if preferred instead of the Italian cheese blend.
- Adjust seasonings like salt, pepper, and onion powder to your taste before serving.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the cheese mixture.
- Air-frying the chicken helps keep it crispy without extra oil, but baked or grilled chicken can be used as alternatives.
- This dish is high in protein and works well for a quick lunch or dinner.
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