Description
Comfort meets innovation in this chicken parm cottage cheese bowl, blending classic Italian-American flavors with modern wellness trends. Rich protein and creamy textures combine to deliver a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein
- 1 cup tender breaded chicken breast, cooked and cut into bite-sized slices
Cheese Base
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh grated Parmesan cheese
Sauce & Garnish
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh basil leaves, torn if large
Instructions
- Spread a smooth, velvety layer of cottage cheese across the bottom of a wide-rimmed bowl, creating a rich foundational texture.
- Position golden-brown, crispy breaded chicken slices directly atop the cottage cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Drizzle warm marinara sauce uniformly over the chicken, allowing the sauce to gently cascade and mingle with the underlying layers.
- Generously dust the surface with a blended combination of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, creating a delectable cheesy blanket.
- Garnish the dish with freshly torn basil leaves, their aromatic essence adding a vibrant, herbaceous note to the composition.
- Serve immediately while the chicken remains warm and the cheese exhibits a seductive, slightly melted consistency, ensuring maximum flavor and textural enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose a low-fat cottage cheese for a healthier twist without compromising creamy texture.
- Try gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the dish suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Opt for grilled or baked chicken instead of breaded for a lighter protein option that still delivers incredible flavor.
- Swap traditional marinara with roasted vegetable sauce to boost nutritional value and add extra depth to the bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg