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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

This Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is a high-protein, low-carb meal that blends breaded chicken with creamy cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella. Perfect for a quick, satisfying dish using an air fryer or oven, topped with Italian seasoning and garlic powder for classic Parm flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 serving breaded chicken

Cheese Mixture

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup marinara sauce
  • ¼ cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the breaded chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook the breaded chicken according to the package instructions, usually about 12-15 minutes until crispy and fully heated through. Alternatively, you can bake the chicken in the oven if preferred.
  2. Prepare the cheese mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
  3. Heat the cheese mixture: Microwave the cheese and sauce mixture on high for 1 minute. Stir halfway through heating to help the mozzarella start to melt and integrate with the other ingredients.
  4. Combine with chicken: Chop the cooked breaded chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it to the warmed cheese mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly.
  5. Final heating: Place the combined mixture back in the microwave for another 30-45 seconds to heat the chicken and blend flavors.
  6. Serve: Serve the chicken parm bowl immediately while hot. Enjoy a comforting, protein-rich meal with minimal carbs.

Notes

  • You can substitute the breaded chicken with grilled or baked chicken if you prefer less breading.
  • For a lower sodium option, choose a low-sodium marinara sauce and reduce added salt.
  • Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture if desired.
  • This bowl is perfect for meal prep; just reheat in the microwave before serving.
  • Feel free to add fresh basil or parsley on top for extra freshness and color.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
  • Calories: 430 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 45 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/high-protein-cottage-cheese-chicken-parm-bowl-recipe/