Pesto Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups fresh basil leaves, lightly packed
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½ cup low-fat (2% milkfat) cottage cheese
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2 ½ tablespoon grated parmesan, divided
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1 ½ tablespoons pine nuts
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
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salt and pepper to taste
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¼ cup red bell pepper, diced (optional)
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⅔ cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
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2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella
# Instructions:
01 -
In a food processor, combine fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan, olive oil and low-fat cottage cheese. Pulse until smooth and thoroughly combined. Add a squeeze or teaspoon of lemon juice (optional). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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In a microwave-safe bowl topped with a microwave-safe plate, heat diced bell pepper for 1 minute (optional).
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When done, combine cottage cheese pesto, diced bell pepper and shredded rotisserie chicken and stir until well combined. Place bowl in microwave and heat for 1 minute. Remove and stir.
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Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and remaining grated parmesan (½ tablespoon) over the top. Heat for another minute or so until cheese is melted (or almost melted) and mixture is thoroughly heated. Serve immediately.