Description
This comforting and protein-rich Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is perfect for a quick meal. It combines creamy cottage cheese with shredded chicken, marinara, and melty cheese for a delicious twist on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¾ cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- ¼ cup marinara sauce
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Start with the base of cottage cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Think of this as the creamy, protein-rich base that brings everything together. Give it a quick stir to smooth it out a bit—it doesn’t need to be perfect.
- Add the cooked chicken to the cottage cheese. I love using leftover grilled chicken breast or rotisserie chicken—it saves time and still tastes amazing. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- Spoon on the marinara sauce over the chicken. Choose a sauce you love—whether homemade or store-bought. The warm tomato flavor is key to giving that classic Chicken Parmesan taste.
- Cheese it up with mozzarella cheese over the top. Then add the grated Parmesan and the remaining Italian seasoning. You can even add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a little heat.
- Heat it up on high for about 1½ to 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and everything is warmed through. Alternatively, you can bake it at 375°F for 10 minutes in an oven-safe dish if you prefer a bubbly, slightly crisped top.
- Garnish and enjoy with chopped basil or parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Grab a spoon and dig into your cozy cottage cheese chicken parm bowl.
Notes
- This recipe is great for using leftover chicken.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences.
- For a bit of heat, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Microwave or oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg