Super Yummy Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl for Healthy Indulgence
A delicious and healthy take on a classic chicken parm, packed with protein and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese with Italian seasoning, salt, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- In a baking dish, layer the chicken strips, followed by the marinara sauce.
- Spoon the cottage cheese mixture over the chicken and sauce.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.
- Can be paired with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 45 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg