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A high-angle shot of a white ceramic bowl filled with High Protein Chicken Parm Bowl components: chicken, marinara, and herbs.

High Protein Chicken Parm Bowl with Melty Mozzarella

This High Protein Chicken Parm Bowl features crispy breaded chicken layered over a creamy cottage cheese base, topped with thick marinara and melted mozzarella. A macro-friendly Italian classic ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American-Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups (340g) small-curd cottage cheese Keep cold
  • 1 lb (450g) chicken breast cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup (60g) Panko breadcrumbs for coating
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) marinara sauce thick variety
  • 1/2 cup (56g) shredded mozzarella cheese white, low-moisture
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried parsley

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet For searing chicken
  • 2 Oven-safe bowls White ceramic preferred

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Season chicken chunks with salt and pepper, then toss in panko breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden-brown and crispy.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide cold cottage cheese into two bowls.
  2. Top with cooked chicken chunks, then pour marinara sauce over the center.
  3. Top with mozzarella and broil for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and browned. Garnish with oregano and parsley.

Notes

Use small-curd cottage cheese for the best creamy texture.
Ensure chicken is golden-brown before adding to the bowl for maximum crunch.