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High Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Taco Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450
A delicious, protein-packed taco bowl featuring creamy cottage cheese, tender chicken, and fresh toppings, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2.5 oz chicken (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 2.5 tbsp salsa (Pace chunky salsa recommended)
  • 2 tsp taco seasoning

Dairy

  • 5 oz cottage cheese (Good Culture for thicker consistency)
  • 3 tbsp cheese

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 5 pieces cherry tomatoes
  • 0.75 tsp pickled jalapeños (finely minced) (about 1/8-inch pieces)
  • 1.5 tsp cilantro
  • 1 pinch tajin

Other

  • 0.25 tsp onion powder
  • tortilla chips style thicker style tortilla chips (better for scooping)

Instructions 

  • Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes, microwave with salsa and taco seasoning for 1-2 minutes until cooked.
  • Blend cottage cheese, cherry tomatoes, jalapeños, and onion powder until smooth.
  • Mix blended cottage cheese with shredded cheese, microwave for 1 minute, stirring halfway.
  • Transfer warm dip to a bowl, top with cooked chicken, cilantro, cheese, and a pinch of Tajin. Serve with tortilla chips.

Notes

Use thicker tortilla chips for better scooping and enjoy while warm.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Keyword: Chicken, Cottage Cheese, tacos