Macro Friendly BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl with 42g of Protein
Discover the ultimate weeknight meal with this Macro Friendly BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl, boasting a satisfying 42g of protein per serving. Perfect for busy schedules and meal prep, this dish combines juicy grilled chicken with creamy cottage cheese and zesty BBQ ranch sauces for a flavor explosion that both adults and kids will love. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious bowl, making it an ideal option for post-workout recovery or a hearty lunch. Customize it with your favorite toppings or sides to keep things exciting throughout the week!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 Just Bare (or similar) chicken filet
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp Ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the chicken filet by grilling, baking, or pan-frying until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F), about 6-8 minutes per side.
- In a bowl, scoop in ½ cup of low-fat cottage cheese as the base.
- Slice the cooked chicken and layer it over the cottage cheese.
- Drizzle ranch dressing and BBQ sauce on top for added flavor.
- Finish with a sprinkle of reduced-fat cheddar cheese and serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg