High Protein Chicken Parm Cottage Cheese Bowl
A wholesome and protein-packed twist on classic chicken parmesan featuring juicy chicken, creamy cottage cheese, and zesty marinara.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless and skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Cottage cheese, preferably low-fat
- 1/2 cup Marinara sauce, preferably homemade or low-sugar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese, for topping
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by patting dry your chicken breasts with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a lovely golden color.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, pour the marinara sauce over the chicken breasts. Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to warm and soak into the chicken.
Assembly
- While the chicken is simmering, take your bowl and spoon in the cottage cheese. Season it with a bit of salt and pepper for extra flavor.
- Once the chicken is ready, place it on top of the cottage cheese in your bowl. Spoon additional marinara over the chicken, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Finally, add a few fresh basil leaves on top for a burst of flavor and color.
Notes
Don’t overcook the chicken to avoid dryness. Customize toppings with additional vegetables as desired and blend cottage cheese for a creamier texture if preferred. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.