Macro Friendly BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl with 42g of Protein
Discover the ultimate weeknight meal with this Macro Friendly BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl, packed with a satisfying 42 grams of protein per serving! This wholesome dish combines grilled chicken, creamy low-fat cottage cheese, and zesty ranch and BBQ sauces for a deliciously balanced bowl that’s perfect for busy days or post-workout nourishment. With its quick preparation time and family-friendly appeal, this recipe is not only nutritious but also highly versatile. Customize it to suit your taste with various toppings or side dishes. Once you try this hearty bowl, it will become a staple in your meal rotation!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken filet (Just Bare or similar)
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the chicken filet by grilling, baking, or pan-frying until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 6-8 minutes per side).
- While the chicken cooks, scoop ½ cup of low-fat cottage cheese into a bowl.
- Once cooked, slice the chicken and place it atop the cottage cheese.
- Drizzle ranch dressing and BBQ sauce over the chicken to your preference.
- Top with reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese for added flavor.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg