Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls

Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls

5 servings
A chicken meatball served with pasta, broccoli, and a mixture of spaghetti and Alfredo sauces!

Ingredients

  • lean ground chicken

    96/4

    1 ½ lb
  • parmesan cheese
    50 g
  • mozzarella cheese
    63 g
  • panko bread crumbs
    4 ½ tbsp
  • egg
    1 large
  • Italian seasoning
    1 tbsp
  • red spaghetti sauce
    1 ¼ c
  • pasta water

    reserve after cooking pasta

    ½ c
  • low fat cottage cheese
    1 c
  • butter
    8 g
  • parmesan cheese
    16 g
  • clove garlic

    grated

    1 small
  • lemon juice
    ½ tsp
  • salt

    pepper, & pinch of nutmeg

  • pasta of choice
    7 oz
  • broccoli
    10 oz

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 and arrange 5 oven safe containers on a cookie sheet. Spray lightly with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Place chicken in a mixing bowl. Add parmesan and mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs, egg, and seasoning. Mix well. Evenly distribute meat into the 5 containers (about 175g each) and roll into a loaf or meatballs.

  3. 3

    Cover meatballs with 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce.

  4. 4

    Bake for 50-60 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

  5. 5

    Cook pasta noodles using instructions on the back of the bag in salted water. Strain and set aside.

  6. 6

    Steam broccoli over the stove or in the microwave until soft.

  7. 7

    In a small, oven safe bowl heat up the cottage cheese for 30 seconds. Stir and heat another 30 seconds. Blend with an immersion blender to make smooth. Add all remaining ingredients and mix well.

  8. 8

    Evenly distribute pasta and broccoli into the 5 containers. Top the pasta and broccoli with 1/5 of the alfredo sauce (about 1/3 cup).

  9. 9

    Let cool before covering with lids and placing in the refrigerator up to 5 days.

Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls

Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls

75 min5 servings520 cal

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About this Recipe

Delicious & Macro-Friendly Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls

Looking for a hearty, satisfying, and macro-friendly meal that's perfect for meal prep? These Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls are your answer! We've taken the classic flavors of chicken parmesan and transformed them into delicious, lean ground chicken meatballs, served with tender pasta, crisp broccoli, and a unique blend of rich spaghetti sauce and a creamy, lighter Alfredo. It’s a complete and incredibly flavorful dish designed to keep you fueled all week long.

What makes these Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls so special? It starts with the meatballs themselves. Made with lean ground chicken, a generous amount of parmesan cheese, and a hint of mozzarella, they're juicy, flavorful, and packed with protein. The real genius comes in the sauce: a harmonious marriage of robust red spaghetti sauce and a homemade, low-fat Alfredo-style sauce made with cottage cheese. This clever trick gives you all the creaminess without the heavy guilt, keeping your macros on point.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, these bowls are designed for convenience. Assemble them in individual glass bowls for easy grabbing throughout the week. You'll love how simple it is to have a delicious, balanced meal ready whenever hunger strikes. Whether you're a seasoned meal prepper or just starting, this recipe makes healthy eating enjoyable and effortless.

Tips for Perfect Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bowls

  • Pasta Power: While any pasta works, consider short cuts like rotini, penne, or farfalle that mix well with the meatballs and sauce.
  • Veggie Boost: Don't stop at broccoli! Add other quick-cooking vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini to your bowls.
  • Sauce Customization: Adjust the ratio of spaghetti to Alfredo sauce to suit your preference. A little extra pasta water helps thin the sauces to the perfect consistency.

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