Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl Recipe
A quick and delicious Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl featuring air-fried chicken nuggets combined with creamy cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella, seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic powder for a comforting, protein-packed 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
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 serving Just Bare chicken nuggets, air-fried
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup Good Culture cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup Rao’s marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup part-skim shredded mozzarella
Seasonings
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare cheese mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cottage cheese, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, mixing well to blend all the flavors.
- Microwave initial blend: Microwave the mixture on high for 1 minute, stirring halfway through to ensure even heating and melting of the cheeses.
- Cut chicken nuggets: Cut the air-fried chicken nuggets into small bite-sized pieces to facilitate mixing and even heating.
- Combine chicken and cheese mixture: Stir the chopped chicken into the cheese and sauce bowl, then microwave on high for an additional 30 seconds until the mozzarella is fully melted and the bowl is hot throughout.
- Serve and enjoy: Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave, let it cool slightly, then enjoy your warm, protein-rich Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl.
Notes
- Air-frying the chicken nuggets beforehand adds a crispy texture without extra oil.
- This recipe is customizable with your favorite marinara sauce or cheese varieties.
- Microwave times might vary depending on your appliance; adjust accordingly.
- For a lower-sodium version, choose low-sodium marinara and cheeses.
- Italian seasoning and garlic powder can be adjusted based on personal taste preference.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm, Air-Fried Chicken Nuggets, Quick Chicken Bowl, Low-Calorie Chicken Recipe, Easy Microwave Meal, Protein-Packed Lunch, Italian Seasoned Chicken Bowl
