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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl: A Comfort Food Makeover

This Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is a delicious and nutritious spin on a classic comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese small curd for smooth consistency
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Chicken Nuggets cooked in an air fryer
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese add at the end for melting
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning to enhance flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder adjust to taste

Equipment

  • microwave
  • Air Fryer

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 the ingredients are well blended.
  2. Place the bowl in the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute. After 30 seconds, pause to stir the mixture.
  3. While the base heats, take the cooked chicken nuggets and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Add the chopped chicken nuggets into the heated cottage cheese mixture and stir gently.
  5. Return the bowl to the microwave for an additional 30 seconds to melt the cheese further.
  6. Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave, give everything a final stir, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze cottage cheese mixture (without chicken) for up to 1 month.

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