Description
High Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Taco Bowl is a deliciously satisfying dish that strikes the perfect balance between creamy cottage cheese and savory chicken. This flavorful taco bowl is not only quick to prepare in just 22 minutes, but it also offers a protein-packed option for busy weeknights or as a party dip. Customizable with your favorite toppings, it appeals to fitness enthusiasts and casual diners alike. Enjoy this versatile meal as a main course, appetizer, or dip with tortilla chips for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 oz chicken (cubed)
- 2.5 tbsp salsa
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 5 oz cottage cheese
- 5 cherry tomatoes
- 0.75 tsp pickled jalapeños
- 0.25 tsp onion powder
- 3 tbsp cheese (for topping)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cubed chicken, salsa, and taco seasoning. Microwave for 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prepare the cottage cheese mixture: Blend cottage cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, jalapeños, and onion powder until smooth.
- Heat and combine: Pour the blended mixture into another bowl, stir in shredded cheese, and microwave for 1 minute.
- Assemble: In a serving bowl, layer the cottage cheese mixture with the cooked chicken. Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Microwaving/Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg