Description
This Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is a delicious, high-protein, low-carb meal perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner. It features crispy breaded chicken combined with a creamy blend of cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Italian seasonings, all easily prepared using an air fryer and microwave for a fuss-free, flavorful dish.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 1 serving breaded chicken
Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Air Fry the Chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Cook the breaded chicken according to the package directions until it’s crispy and heated through. Alternatively, you can bake the chicken in the oven if preferred.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended.
- Heat the Mixture: Place the bowl in the microwave and heat for 1 minute, stirring halfway through to ensure even warming. The cheese should begin to melt and create a creamy sauce.
- Add Chicken to the Bowl: Chop the cooked breaded chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with the warmed cheese mixture. Mix until the chicken is fully coated.
- Final Heat: Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for an additional 30-45 seconds to meld the flavors and heat the chicken through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Chicken Parm Bowl immediately while warm and enjoy a flavorful, high-protein, and low-carb meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the breaded chicken with grilled or baked chicken if you prefer a lower-fat option.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste; adding fresh basil or red pepper flakes can enhance the flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breaded chicken or simply grilled chicken.
- This dish reheats well in the microwave for a quick leftover meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 50 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
