Greek Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe
A refreshing and protein-packed Greek Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl featuring grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and creamy cottage cheese, all tossed in a flavorful Greek dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner, this bowl combines classic Mediterranean flavors with a satisfying creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Salad Bowl
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Protein
- 1 cup grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Vegetables & Olives
- 1/2 cucumber, diced or sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons Greek dressing
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Start by ensuring your grilled chicken breast is sliced into bite-sized pieces. Wash and dice or slice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the kalamata olives.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the grilled chicken, cottage cheese, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, and red onion. These ingredients create a colorful and nutritious base for your bowl.
- Add Dressing and Cheese: Drizzle the Greek dressing evenly over the combined ingredients. Then sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top to add a creamy, tangy flavor.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together to mix the flavors without breaking up the cottage cheese or feta too much. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- You can use store-bought grilled chicken or grill your own for best flavor.
- For a lower-fat option, use low-fat cottage cheese and reduced-fat feta.
- Adjust the amount of Greek dressing to your taste preference.
- Adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley can enhance the Mediterranean flavors.
- This dish is best served fresh; avoid storing with dressing added to prevent sogginess.
Keywords: Greek chicken bowl, cottage cheese recipes, healthy Mediterranean bowl, quick protein bowl, low fat lunch
