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High-Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls topped with avocado cilantro and cheese

High-Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls

Quick and easy high-protein bowls with cottage cheese, chicken, and classic enchilada flavors. Perfect for meal prep with 39g protein per serving.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 344

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese blended for smoother texture
  • 4 tbsp enchilada sauce red or green
  • 4 oz rotisserie chicken breast shredded, about 1 cup, pre-shred if needed
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning or 1 standard 1 oz packet
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced, fresh or sautéed
  • 0.25 cup canned corn drained and rinsed
  • 0.25 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 oz shredded cheese Mexican blend or cheddar, about 1/4 cup
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for garnish, per bowl
  • 0.5 avocado sliced, for garnish, per bowl
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream for garnish, per bowl

Equipment

  • High-speed blender or food processor
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Two microwave-safe bowls
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. If you want the smoothest texture, blend the cottage cheese and enchilada sauce together in a high-speed blender, immersion blender, or food processor for 30 to 45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy. The mixture should look like a pale orange sauce with no visible cottage cheese curds. Skip this step if you prefer a chunkier texture.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese mixture, shredded rotisserie chicken (pre-shred if needed), and taco seasoning. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Add the diced red bell pepper, corn, and black beans to the bowl. Stir to coat all the vegetables in the cottage cheese mixture.
  4. Divide the mixture evenly between two microwave-safe bowls. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over each bowl, covering the top evenly.
  5. Microwave each bowl for 1 minute, then check. If the cheese isn't fully melted and the mixture isn't heated through to 165°F, microwave for an additional 30 seconds. The mixture should be steaming hot.
  6. Carefully remove from microwave using oven mitts. Top each bowl with about 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro, half an avocado sliced, and 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt or sour cream. Serve immediately.

Notes

For meal prep, assemble bowls without garnishes and store in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Keep garnishes separate for freshness. Full-fat cottage cheese will increase calories and fat content but create an even creamier texture. Check labels to ensure taco seasoning and enchilada sauce are gluten-free if needed. You can substitute the chicken with ground turkey, beef, or tofu. Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat. Always reheat to 165°F for food safety.