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Easy Chicken Parmesan Bowl

A quick, protein-packed chicken parmesan bowl that combines air-fried chicken nuggets, creamy cottage cheese and marinara for an easy single-serving meal you can make in minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

Bowl Ingredients

  • 5 pieces Just Bare frozen chicken nuggets, cooked in the air fryer
  • 3/4 cup Good Culture cottage cheese
  • 3 tbsp Rao's marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup Part-skim shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Fresh basil, finely chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Warm the marinara: spoon the marinara into a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for 30–40 seconds until steaming. This loosens the sauce and makes it easier to mix.
  • Make the creamy base: add the cottage cheese to the bowl with the warmed marinara. Stir until smoothish — a few small curds are fine. Stir in the Italian seasoning and the chopped basil.
  • Prepare the chicken: cut the cooked air-fried nuggets into bite-size pieces (about 1/2-inch). If you want extra crispness, reheat them in the air fryer for 1–2 minutes at 400°F before chopping.
  • Combine and top: fold the chopped chicken into the cottage cheese–marinara mixture. Smooth the top and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the bowl.
  • Melt the cheese: microwave the assembled bowl on high for 30–45 seconds, or until the mozzarella is melted and bubbling. Let the bowl rest for 1 minute so it cools slightly and the flavors meld.
  • Finish and serve: give everything a quick stir so the melted cheese stretches through the mixture, garnish with an extra pinch of basil if desired, and enjoy warm.

Notes

Tip: For a crisper topping, transfer the assembled bowl to a small oven-safe dish and place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes instead of microwaving—watch closely so the cheese doesn't burn. Leftovers keep well sealed in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Chicken Parmesan Bowl flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.