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Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe
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This Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl is a flavorful and protein-packed meal perfect for those seeking a healthy, low-fat, and satisfying dish. Featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, paired with creamy low-fat cottage cheese and fresh crunchy vegetables, this bowl balances heat, creaminess, and freshness in every bite. Easy to prepare and ideal for meal prep, it offers a nutritious twist on classic buffalo chicken flavors without the heaviness of fried foods.

Ingredients

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Buffalo Chicken

  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce
  • Extra buffalo sauce, for drizzling
  • Black pepper, to taste

Dairy

  • 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for serving (optional)

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup celery sticks
  • 1/2 cup matchstick carrots
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
  • Avocado slices, for garnish

Additional

  • Squeeze of lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Buffalo Chicken: Shred your pre-cooked chicken finely and place it in a medium bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of buffalo sauce and mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and pat dry the cucumber, celery, and carrots. Dice the cucumber into small cubes, slice the celery sticks into manageable pieces, and julienne the carrots into matchstick-sized strips.
  3. Assemble the Bowl: In a serving bowl, neatly arrange the buffalo chicken, diced cucumber, celery sticks, matchstick carrots, and low-fat cottage cheese in separate sections to showcase colors and textures.
  4. Add Garnishes: Sprinkle the chopped green onions over the top as a fresh garnish. Add avocado slices around the edges for extra creaminess and nutritional boost.
  5. Season and Serve: Drizzle additional buffalo sauce over the assembled bowl, season with black pepper to taste, and add a light squeeze of lemon or lime juice to brighten the flavors. Optionally, serve with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping or drizzling.
  6. Storage Tips: Serve fresh for the best flavor and texture, or store the components separately in airtight containers for easy meal prep and grab-and-go lunches.

Notes

  • Use cooked shredded chicken from rotisserie, grilled, or boiled to save preparation time.
  • Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to control spice level.
  • Low-fat cottage cheese adds creaminess with less fat; full-fat can be used for richer flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with a vegan alternative and skip the ranch/blue cheese dressing.
  • Keep avocado slices fresh by adding them just before serving and sprinkling with a bit of lemon or lime juice to prevent browning.
  • This bowl is ideal for meal prep; store components separately to maintain freshness and texture.

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