Description
Creamy buffalo chicken cottage cheese bowl delivers a spicy kickoff to comfort eating. Protein-packed ingredients combine zesty flavors, creating a quick meal perfect for hungry wellness enthusiasts looking to satisfy cravings without compromising nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cottage cheese
Vegetables:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) celery, diced
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) carrots, shredded
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) ranch dressing
Instructions
- Shred cooked chicken thoroughly, ensuring uniform piece sizes for optimal texture.
- Generously coat chicken with buffalo sauce, tossing until every piece is evenly saturated with spicy flavor.
- Create a foundational layer of creamy cottage cheese in a serving bowl, spreading it smoothly across the bottom.
- Carefully arrange the buffalo-sauced chicken directly on top of the cottage cheese layer, distributing it evenly.
- Slice celery and carrots into thin, crisp matchsticks to provide a refreshing crunch and vibrant color contrast.
- Sprinkle the vegetable matchsticks around and over the chicken to enhance visual appeal and add nutritional complexity.
- Drizzle ranch dressing in a zigzag pattern across the bowl, ensuring light but comprehensive coverage.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain fresh and temperatures are optimal for maximum taste experience.
Notes
- Opt for Greek yogurt or low-fat cottage cheese to reduce calorie intake while maintaining protein-rich goodness.
- Mix hot sauce varieties like Sriracha or Frank’s RedHot for customized spice levels that suit individual heat preferences.
- Swap chicken with tofu or chickpeas to create a vegetarian-friendly version without compromising flavor intensity.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time for quick weeknight meals, storing shredded chicken and chopped vegetables separately in sealed containers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg