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High-Protein Cheesy Chicken & Rice Bowls

Course: Main Course
Keyword: Protein

Instructions

  • 2 lbs (908g) boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Method: Season and air fry at 375°F for 15–18 min until fully cooked. Let rest,
  • then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • 🧀 Cheesy Sauce Base:
  • 2 oz (56g) reduced-fat cream cheese
  • ½ cup (120g) low-fat cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup (20g) cheese powder (like from boxed mac & cheese)
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan (about 10g)
  • ½ cup (120ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 handfuls (about 60g) fresh spinach
  • 🍚 Grain Base:
  • 3 cups cooked rice (about 1 cup dry = ~180g uncooked) — white or brown
  • You can sub with cauliflower rice to lower carbs if preferred.
  • 🌞 Optional Add-Ins:
  • ¼ cup (30g) chopped sun-dried tomatoes (for flavor and antioxidants)
  • 🔪 Instructions:
  • Cook Chicken:
  • Season chicken breast and air fry until cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
  • Cube and set aside.
  • Make Veggie-Cheese Base:
  • In a large pan, sauté diced onion and garlic in a splash of broth until soft (3–5
  • minutes).
  • Add spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in cream cheese, cottage cheese,
  • parmesan, and cheese powder.
  • Combine with Rice & Chicken:
  • Add in the chicken broth and cooked rice. Stir until all cheese is melted and
  • mixture is creamy.
  • Add chopped chicken and sun-dried tomatoes, stir to combine. Taste and adjust
  • seasoning as needed.
  • Serve warm.
  • Garnish with extra parmesan or red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

● High-Protein Cheesy Chicken & Rice Bowls
Servings: 4
Per Serving (approx.): 550 calories | 58g protein | 35g carbs | 20g fat
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