Description
A cozy and nutritious bowl combining creamy cottage cheese, diced chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a cozy bowl, combine the cottage cheese and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing until well blended.
- Nestle the diced chicken breast gently on top of the cottage cheese mixture, spreading it evenly.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Microwave for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Make-ahead advice: Prepare the cottage cheese and chicken mixture in advance. Store in the fridge and add marinara and cheese before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg