Description
A delicious and satisfying bowl that’s a lighter take on traditional Chicken Parmesan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cooked chicken breast, chopped
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Whip the Cottage Cheese Base: Start by adding your cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy—this will serve as your protein-rich “sauce” base.
- Prepare the Chicken and Marinara: Chop your cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. If you’re using leftover or rotisserie chicken, even better. Warm the marinara sauce in a small pan or microwave-safe bowl, then stir in the chicken until it’s coated and heated through.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Spoon the whipped cottage cheese into a serving bowl. Pour the chicken and marinara mixture on top. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and a little parmesan cheese.
- Melt and Broil (Optional): If you’d like that classic melted cheese topping, pop the bowl under the broiler for 2-3 minutes or microwave for 30-60 seconds until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh basil or parsley if desired, and dig in. You’ll be amazed at how satisfying and hearty this bowl is, without the heaviness of traditional Chicken Parm.
Notes
- This recipe is a great way to enjoy a lighter version of Chicken Parmesan.
- Feel free to use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.
- Customize toppings with other herbs or spices as preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg