High Protein Pizza Cottage Cheese Bowl

A single-serving high-protein pizza cottage cheese bowl recipe made with Italian chicken sausage, peppers, onions, marinara, and shredded cheese.

Course Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 297kcal

Author Amee

In a small bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Spread the cheese blend onto the bottom of a microwaveable dish, top with the marinara (or pizza sauce) and set aside.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and spray with the EVOO spray. Saute the sausage for 1-2 minutes, then add the peppers and onions and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
Pour the sausage, peppers, and onions over the marinara in the dish then top with the shredded mozzarella.
Microwave for 1 ½-2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.

If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese in a food processor until it's creamy. This will give your bowl a more uniform consistency and a velvety mouthfeel.

Feel free to adjust the seasonings. Play up the savory pizza flavor by adding dried oregano and a bit more garlic powder. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

Use a thick marinara or pizza sauce to prevent your bowl from turning watery. If your sauce is thinner, simmer it on the stove for a few minutes to thicken it.

Sauté your peppers and onions until they are just tender but still have a bit of crunch. This step helps release the veggie's excess moisture, preventing mushy, watery results. Microwave ovens can vary in power, so keep an eye on your cottage cheese bowl while it’s heating. Start with 1 minute, adding 15-second increments until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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