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Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl

Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl for a Healthy Twist

Try this Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl for a healthy twist on classic chicken parmesan.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese full-fat or low-fat
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese diced
For Flavor Boost
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder adjust to taste
For the Protein
  • 1 cup Chicken Nuggets air-fried or grilled
For Serving
  • 1 cup Pasta or Rice or zoodles

Equipment

  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cottage cheese, marinara sauce, diced mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Stir until well-mixed.
  2. Place the bowl in the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute, stirring halfway through.
  3. Cut the air-fried chicken nuggets into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  4. Stir in the chopped chicken nuggets into the cheese mixture and microwave for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Serve the mixture over your choice of pasta, rice, or zoodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy with fresh herbs or red pepper flakes for added flavor.

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