High Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls
High Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls combine tender chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, and a smooth cottage cheese enchilada sauce. They are a practical protein dinner for meal prep, weekly lunches, or a warm family bowl night.
Equipment
- Blender
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese blended smooth
- 1 cup enchilada sauce red or green
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken breast shredded
- 1 packet taco seasoning adjust to taste
- 1 medium red bell pepper diced
- 1 can corn drained well
- 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese Mexican blend or cheddar
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 medium avocado sliced
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream optional
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese with the enchilada sauce until completely smooth.
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat and cook the diced bell pepper for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken, taco seasoning, corn, and black beans to the skillet and stir well.
- Pour in the blended cottage cheese enchilada sauce and stir until the filling is evenly coated.
- Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the filling is hot and slightly thickened.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet, cover briefly, and let the cheese melt.
- Divide into bowls and top with cilantro, avocado slices, and Greek yogurt or sour cream if desired.
Notes
Storage: Store the cooked filling in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and keep fresh toppings separate.
Reheating: Reheat the filling in the microwave in short bursts or in a covered skillet over low heat until hot throughout.
Freezing: Freeze the filling without avocado, cilantro, or yogurt for up to 2 months, then thaw overnight before reheating.
Expert Tips: Blend the cottage cheese well and avoid boiling the sauce hard so the texture stays smooth.
Meal Prep: Portion the warm filling into containers and add the fresh toppings after reheating for the best texture.
Variations: Swap in grilled chicken, cooked tofu, pinto beans, pepper jack cheese, or extra sautéed vegetables.
Serving Ideas: Serve over rice, lettuce, cauliflower rice, or roasted vegetables depending on how hearty you want the bowl.