BBQ Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe
Introduction
This BBQ Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl is a quick, nutritious meal perfect for busy days. Combining tender shredded chicken, creamy cottage cheese, and sweet potato toast, it’s a satisfying blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 60 g shredded chicken breast (about 1/2 cup)
- 180 g low-fat cottage cheese (about 3/4 cup)
- 184 g sweet potato, sliced (1 small sweet potato)
- 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Spray oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Spray the sliced sweet potato with a little oil and season with salt and pepper. Toast the slices in a toaster or toaster oven until soft, or air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Step 2: Warm the shredded chicken in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Mix the BBQ sauce evenly into the chicken.
- Step 3: Place the cottage cheese in a bowl and season with salt and pepper if desired. Top with the BBQ chicken and slide the toasted sweet potato slices into the bowl.
- Step 4: Optional—add a spoonful of cottage cheese to a sweet potato slice, top with BBQ chicken, or cut the sweet potatoes into pieces and mix everything together before enjoying.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the sweet potato slices before toasting.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time on shredding.
- Swap BBQ sauce for a spicy buffalo sauce if you prefer a bit of heat.
- Mix in chopped green onions or fresh herbs like cilantro for brightness.
Storage
Store the BBQ chicken and cottage cheese mixture separately from the toasted sweet potatoes in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Consume within 2 days for best freshness. Reheat the chicken gently in the microwave and toast the sweet potatoes again before serving for best texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular cottage cheese instead of low-fat?
Yes, regular cottage cheese works just as well and will add a bit more richness to the dish.
What can I use if I don’t have a toaster or air fryer?
You can bake the sweet potato slices in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 15–20 minutes or until tender, turning halfway through.
PrintBBQ Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe
This BBQ Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl is a delicious and nutritious meal combining tender shredded chicken with tangy BBQ sauce, creamy low-fat cottage cheese, and sweet roasted sweet potato slices. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this bowl offers a balanced blend of protein, complex carbs, and savory flavors. The recipe uses an instant pot shredded chicken base, sweet potato toasted or air fried to perfection, and comes together in minutes, making it an ideal healthy comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Chicken
- 60 g shredded chicken breast (about 1/2 cup, cooked using instant pot method)
- 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
Sweet Potato Toast
- 184 g sweet potato (1 small, sliced)
- Spray oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cottage Cheese Bowl
- 180 g low-fat cottage cheese (3/4 cup)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potato Toast: Spray the sliced sweet potato with a light coating of oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the slices in a toaster or toaster oven and toast until soft. Alternatively, air fry the slices at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Warm and Mix BBQ Chicken: Warm the shredded chicken in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute until heated through. In a bowl, mix the warm shredded chicken with 3 tablespoons of BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Assemble the Cottage Cheese Bowl: Place the low-fat cottage cheese in a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Top the cottage cheese with the BBQ chicken mixture. Slide the toasted sweet potato slices into the bowl alongside the cottage cheese and chicken.
- Optional Serving Suggestion: For added flavor, add a spoonful of cottage cheese on a sweet potato slice, top with some BBQ chicken, or chop the sweet potato slices and mix all ingredients together before enjoying.
Notes
- You can use freshly shredded chicken from an instant pot or substitute with pre-cooked store-bought shredded chicken.
- If you don’t have a toaster or toaster oven, air frying the sweet potatoes produces excellent results.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce to your taste preference or use a low-sugar BBQ sauce for a healthier version.
- This recipe can be served warm or at room temperature depending on your preference.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cottage cheese with a vegan alternative or Greek yogurt if dairy is acceptable.
Keywords: BBQ chicken bowl, cottage cheese bowl, sweet potato toast, healthy chicken recipe, low-fat high-protein bowl
