Description
Cottage cheese enchilada bowls deliver a protein-packed Mexican-inspired feast that combines creamy textures with bold southwestern flavors. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising you a satisfying meal that nourishes and delights with each delectable spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1/2 cup low-fat (2% milkfat) cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup rotisserie chicken, chopped into small chunks
- 3 tablespoons (45 grams) Mexican shredded cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 1/2 tablespoons Tostitos Medium Chunky Salsa
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 pinches cayenne powder
Optional Topping:
- 1/4 cup chopped avocado
Instructions
- Deconstruct the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized morsels and dice the green bell pepper into uniform cubes.
- Transform cottage cheese into a silky texture by pulsing in a food processor until completely smooth and creamy.
- Assemble ingredients in a microwave-safe vessel, combining the velvety cottage cheese, zesty salsa, shredded chicken, diced bell peppers, robust taco seasoning, and optional cayenne for heat.
- Thoroughly integrate all components, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Heat mixture in microwave at high power for 1 minute, pausing midway to stir and prevent uneven warming.
- Generously crown the mixture with shredded Mexican cheese blend, creating a molten cheese layer.
- Return to microwave for an additional 30-45 seconds until cheese melts completely and mixture reaches steaming temperature.
- Embellish with freshly sliced avocado or personalized garnishes to elevate the dish’s visual appeal and flavor profile.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain piping hot and cheese maintains its luxurious, gooey consistency.
Notes
- Boost protein content by using Greek yogurt alongside cottage cheese for extra creaminess and nutritional value.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting cayenne powder or selecting mild to spicy salsa based on personal preference.
- Transform this bowl into a low-carb meal by serving over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional grains.
- Make it vegetarian by replacing chicken with black beans or plant-based protein crumbles for a meat-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 381 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg