Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl
This Cottage Cheese Chicken Parm Bowl is a high-protein, lighter twist on classic chicken parmesan. Juicy Chicken is paired with rich marinara, melty cheese, and creamy Cottage Cheese for extra protein and creaminess—without the heaviness.Perfect for healthy comfort food, meal prep, or post-workout meals.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: ~30 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Ingredients
Chicken
2 chicken breasts (cubed or sliced)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper
Bowl Base
1 cup cooked pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles
1 cup marinara sauce
Creamy Layer
1 cup cottage cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan Cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
Pinch salt and pepper
Topping
½ cup shredded mozzarella
Optional Garnish
fresh basil or parsley
chili flakes
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Season chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
2. Prepare Cottage Cheese Mix
In a bowl, mix:
cottage cheese
Parmesan
garlic powder
salt and pepper
3. Warm Marinara
Heat marinara sauce in a small pan.
4. Assemble the Bowl
In each bowl layer:
pasta or rice
cooked chicken
marinara sauce
cottage cheese mixture
Top with mozzarella.
5. Melt Cheese
Microwave or bake briefly until cheese melts.
6. Serve
Garnish with fresh herbs and chili flakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use cottage cheese?
It adds extra protein and creaminess while keeping the dish lighter than traditional versions.
Can I make it low-carb?
Use zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes, store for 3–4 days in the fridge.
Can I blend the cottage cheese?
Yes! Blending makes it smooth like ricotta.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~420 kcal
Protein: ~40 g
Carbohydrates: ~30 g
Fat: ~15 g
Sodium: ~450 mg