Chicken Cheese Bowl with Marinara and Basil Recipe
A quick and satisfying Chicken Cheese Bowl featuring layers of breaded chicken breast, creamy cottage cheese, tangy marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, garnished with fresh basil leaves. Perfect for a delicious and easy meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Cheese
- 1 cup breaded chicken breast, cooked and sliced
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Sauce and Garnish
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Layer Ingredients: In a medium bowl, start by spreading the cottage cheese evenly at the bottom. Next, add the sliced, cooked breaded chicken breast on top of the cottage cheese layer, followed by an even layer of marinara sauce.
- Add Cheeses: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the layered ingredients to create a cheesy topping.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with fresh basil leaves to add a fragrant touch. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the contrast of creamy cottage cheese and warm marinara.
- You can substitute breaded chicken with grilled or roasted chicken for a different texture.
- Fresh basil can be replaced with dried Italian herbs if fresh is not available.
- To make it lower in fat, use low-fat cottage cheese and reduce the amount of cheese used.
Keywords: Chicken Cheese Bowl, breaded chicken, cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, quick meal, easy recipe
