cottage cheese chicken parm bowl (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
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100 grams Just Bare chicken nuggets, air-fried
→ Dairy
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240 milliliters Good Culture cottage cheese
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30 milliliters part-skim shredded mozzarella
→ Sauces and Seasonings
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60 milliliters Rao’s marinara sauce
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Italian seasoning, to taste
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Garlic powder, to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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In a microwave-safe bowl, blend cottage cheese, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until evenly mixed.
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Microwave the combined ingredients on high for 1 minute, pausing to stir halfway through.
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Cut the air-fried chicken nuggets into bite-sized pieces.
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Stir the chicken pieces into the bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds until the mozzarella melts.
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Enjoy immediately while the cheese is melted and the bowl is warm.
# Helpful Notes:
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Allow cottage cheese to come to room temperature or warm slightly to avoid curdling when mixed with hot ingredients.
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Avoid overcooking the chicken nuggets to prevent dryness; adjust air fryer time as needed.
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Season cottage cheese well with Italian seasoning and garlic powder to balance flavors.
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For storage, keep components separate in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days.