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Super Yummy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

Super Yummy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl for Easy Dinners

Discover the Super Yummy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl, a high-protein, delicious meal that's quick to prepare and easy to customize.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Full-fat or low-fat option
  • 2 cups Chicken Nuggets Opt for air-fried nuggets
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Your favorite brand or homemade
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Fresh mozzarella recommended
  • 0.5 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Pasta or Rice For serving
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs Basil or parsley
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan For added flavor

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and mozzarella. Add Italian seasoning and garlic powder, and mix well.
  2. Microwave the cheese mixture on high for about 1 minute, stirring halfway.
  3. Cut the chicken nuggets into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the cheese mixture after microwaving.
  4. Return the mixture to the microwave and heat for another 30 seconds until bubbly.
  5. Prepare your choice of pasta or rice as the base and scoop the mixture generously over it.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs and grated Parmesan, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store components separately for meal prep. Check chicken temperature for safety.

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