Description
Savor the mouthwatering BBQ chicken cottage cheese bowl, a protein-packed delight blending smoky grilled chicken with creamy cottage cheese. Mediterranean-inspired flavors dance together, promising a satisfying meal packed with nutrition and zest you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 cup (240 ml) cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cottage cheese
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) roasted corn
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) black beans
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) coleslaw
- 1/2 avocado, chopped
Sauces and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) BBQ sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate shredded chicken thoroughly in tangy BBQ sauce, ensuring each strand is completely infused with robust flavor.
- Create a vibrant base in the serving bowl by spreading a generous layer of creamy cottage cheese across the bottom.
- Strategically arrange the BBQ-glazed chicken atop the cottage cheese foundation for maximum visual appeal.
- Scatter roasted corn kernels across the chicken, adding a sweet and smoky dimension to the dish.
- Distribute black beans evenly, providing a rich, protein-packed element to the bowl.
- Slice fresh avocado and position delicately over the layered ingredients for a smooth, buttery texture.
- Crown the bowl with crisp, refreshing coleslaw, creating a delightful textural contrast.
- Optional: Enhance the flavor profile by drizzling additional BBQ sauce in an artistic zigzag pattern.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves, adding a bright, herbaceous note to the final presentation.
- Serve immediately to preserve the temperature and maintain the optimal texture of each ingredient.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked and shredded before mixing with BBQ sauce for optimal flavor absorption and food safety.
- Customize protein by swapping chicken with pulled pork, tofu, or grilled shrimp for varied dietary preferences and taste profiles.
- Keep cottage cheese at room temperature for 15 minutes before assembling to enhance its creamy texture and prevent cold clumping in the bowl.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and store separately to quickly assemble a fresh, vibrant bowl within minutes of serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 100mg