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Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl for a Cozy Dinner

Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is a delicious high-protein meal loaded with crispy chicken nuggets and rich, zesty sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese use full-fat small curd for the best creamy texture
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce choose your favorite store-bought brand
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese melts beautifully on top
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Chicken Nuggets air-fried for healthier choice
For Serving
  • 2 cups Pasta or Rice pick your favorite base

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Stir until well-blended.
  2. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stirring halfway through. Check for a bubbly surface indicating it's heated through.
  3. Cut air-fried chicken nuggets into bite-sized pieces for mixing.
  4. Add chopped chicken nuggets to the heated cottage cheese mixture and stir well. Microwave again for 30 seconds until everything is heated through.
  5. Spoon the mixture over cooked pasta or rice and consider garnishing with extra cheese or herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow cottage cheese to reach room temperature for best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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