Description
A flavor-rich, high-protein bowl combining tender grilled chicken, creamy cottage cheese, tangy ranch, and smoky BBQ sauce. Perfect for meal prep and wellness-focused meals, this dish balances bold flavors with nutrient density.
Ingredients
1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/4 cup ranch dressing (non-alcoholic)
2 tbsp BBQ sauce (no alcohol)
1/4 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/4 cup diced avocado
Optional: 1/4 cup cooked corn or black beans for fiber
Instructions
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat
Season chicken breast with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
Grill chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked
In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, ranch dressing, and BBQ sauce
Place cooked chicken on a bed of romaine lettuce
Top with cottage cheese mixture, shredded cheese, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and optional add-ons
Notes
For a lower-fat option, omit cheddar cheese
Chill the BBQ-ranch cottage cheese blend for 15 minutes before serving for a fresh texture
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
Customize with grilled zucchini, bell peppers, or quinoa
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 58g
- Cholesterol: 140mg