This High-Protein Chicken Parm Cottage Cheese Bowl is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Blended cottage cheese creates a rich, velvety sauce that tastes indulgent while keeping the protein high. It’s the perfect quick lunch, easy dinner, or healthy comfort-food fix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 1
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Protein: 52g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 18g
Ingredients
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Chicken
- 4–5 oz cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
For the Topping
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Make the Creamy Sauce
Add the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes to a blender.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
2. Assemble the Bowl
Place the cooked chicken in a small bowl and mix with a few spoonfuls of the sauce.
Pour the remaining sauce into a small oven-safe baking dish.
Arrange the chicken evenly over the sauce.
3. Add the Cheese
Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.
4. Bake
Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
For a golden cheesy top, broil for the final 1–2 minutes.
5. Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 2 minutes.
Top with fresh basil and cracked black pepper before serving.
Serving Tip
Serve with roasted vegetables, garlic green beans, or a fresh side salad for a complete high-protein meal.
