Description
This Macro-Friendly BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl is the ultimate high-protein, low-effort meal. Juicy grilled chicken is topped with creamy cottage cheese, tangy BBQ and ranch sauces, and a sprinkle of reduced-fat cheddar. Packed with flavor and 42g of protein per serving, it’s perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch that fuels your day without weighing you down.
Ingredients
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1 grilled chicken filet (e.g., Just Bare or similar, ~5 oz)
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1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese (e.g., Good Culture brand)
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2 tablespoons ranch dressing (e.g., Bolthouse Farms)
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2 tablespoons BBQ sauce (e.g., G. Hughes brand)
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2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Instructions
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Grill or heat the chicken filet according to package directions or your preferred method.
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In a bowl, place the chicken filet as the base.
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Top with cottage cheese, then drizzle ranch dressing and BBQ sauce over the top.
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Sprinkle with shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for meal prep.
Notes
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Great as a cold bowl or warmed up depending on your preference.
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Add steamed veggies or greens for more volume and fiber.
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Swap in Greek yogurt for cottage cheese for a different protein source.
- Adjust sauces to meet your macro goals—G.Hughes is low-calorie and sugar-free.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American