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Chicken Parm Cottage Cheese Bowl

A creamy and savory bowl filled with fluffy cottage cheese, tender diced chicken, and rich marinara sauce topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Ensure halal-compliant
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced Using leftover chicken is recommended
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh basil leaves

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese with diced cooked chicken.
  2. Gently fold in the 1/2 cup of marinara sauce into the cottage cheese and chicken mixture. Stir until well combined.
  3. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning according to preference.
  4. Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe bowl or dish. Evenly spread the 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For healthier options, replace cottage cheese with Greek yogurt. Ensure your oven is fully preheated for even cheese melting. Avoid overcooking to maintain a gooey texture.