Description
This Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is creamy, cheesy, and packed with protein—perfect for a cozy dinner or guilt-free meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce & Topping
- 1 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)
For Serving (Optional)
- Cooked zucchini noodles, spaghetti, or cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Season chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in skillet and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked chicken and pour marinara sauce over top.
- Mix cottage cheese and mozzarella, then dollop over chicken and sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve over noodles or rice alternative.
Notes
- Swap chicken for turkey cutlets for a leaner option.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little kick.
- Store in airtight containers for up to 3 days for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Comfort Food
- Method: Skillet / Broil
- Cuisine: Italian-American