Super Yummy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl Recipe
A delicious and protein-packed Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl featuring air-fried chicken nuggets combined with a creamy blend of cottage cheese, marinara sauce, Italian cheese blend, and seasonings, quickly melted together in the microwave for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 serving blended cottage cheese (approximately 1/2 cup)
- 1 serving air-fried chicken nuggets (about 4–5 pieces)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon
- Garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon
- Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend (mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, asiago, fontina, romano)
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, marinara sauce, Italian cheese blend, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Stir well to create a homogenuous mixture.
- Microwave the cheese blend: Heat the bowl on high power in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir halfway through heating to ensure even melting and integration of flavors.
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the air-fried chicken nuggets into small, bite-sized pieces to evenly distribute throughout the dish.
- Combine chicken and cheese mixture: Add the chopped chicken pieces into the warmed cheese and sauce mixture, stir to combine thoroughly.
- Final heating: Microwave the combined bowl on high for an additional 30 seconds or until the mozzarella cheese melts and the bowl is heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and enjoy your warm, flavorful Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl!
Notes
- You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Using fresh or homemade marinara sauce can enhance the flavor of the dish.
- Ensure chicken nuggets are properly cooked before adding to the bowl since this recipe uses reheating only.
- For a low-sodium option, use low-sodium marinara sauce and cheese blends.
- This recipe works well as a quick weeknight meal or a high-protein snack.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm, Air-fried chicken, Italian cheese blend, quick chicken recipe, high-protein bowl
