Description
Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is a high-protein, lighter twist on classic chicken parmesan, featuring crispy chicken, marinara sauce, melty mozzarella, and a creamy cottage cheese base served in a comforting bowl.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or sliced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: cooked pasta or zucchini noodles
- Optional: fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; sauté until warmed and lightly golden.
- Warm marinara sauce in a small saucepan or microwave.
- In a serving bowl, spread cottage cheese evenly as the base.
- Top with cooked chicken and spoon marinara sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly.
- Microwave or broil briefly until cheese is melted.
- Serve as is or over pasta or zucchini noodles, and garnish with basil if desired.
Notes
- Use low-fat cottage cheese for a lighter option.
- Air-fried breaded chicken can be used for extra crunch.
- Great for meal prep and reheats well.
- Adjust sauce quantity to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American