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High-Protein Cheesy Chicken & Rice Bowls
Course:
Main Course
Keyword:
Protein
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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.
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🧀 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
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🍚 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.
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🌞 Optional Add-Ins:
¼ cup (30g) chopped sun-dried tomatoes (for flavor and antioxidants)
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🔪 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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