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High-Protein Pizza Bowls
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High-Protein Pizza Bowls Recipe

These High-Protein Pizza Bowls are cheesy, comforting, and packed with around 30 grams of protein per serving. They taste like real pizza but without the heavy carbs or calories — making them perfect for meal prep, weight loss, or post-workout meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 -2
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Meal prep
Cuisine: American, High-Protein, Italian-inspired
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup cottage cheese or 1 cup shredded cooked chicken or 1 cup cooked ground turkey
  • ¼ –⅓ cup marinara
  • ⅓ –½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • Turkey pepperoni optional
  • Veggies: mushrooms spinach, onions, peppers
  • Seasonings: garlic powder Italian seasoning, chili flakes
  • Optional toppings: basil parmesan, olives

Method
 

  1. Place your protein base into a microwave-safe or oven-safe bowl. You can use cottage cheese for a creamy, high-protein base, shredded chicken for extra texture, or cooked ground turkey for a heartier bowl. Spread it evenly across the bottom so every bite has enough protein.
  2. Pour the marinara sauce over the protein. You can leave it layered on top for a classic pizza look, or gently mix it in if you prefer a saucier, more blended texture. Adjust the amount of sauce depending on how rich you want the bowl to be.
  3. Add your veggies and toppings on top of the sauce. Mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, spinach, olives, or turkey pepperoni all work well. Keep the pieces small so they cook quickly and spread them evenly so each spoonful has flavor.
  4. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over everything. Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, oregano, or chili flakes to enhance the pizza flavor. If you love extra cheese pull, press the cheese down lightly so it melts into the toppings.
  5. Cook the bowl using your preferred method.
  6. Microwave for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
  7. OR air fry at 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes for a golden top.
  8. OR bake at 400°F (205°C) for 8–10 minutes until the edges are hot and the cheese browns slightly.
  9. Cook just until heated through so the protein stays juicy and tender.
  10. Remove the bowl carefully and let it cool for a minute. Top with fresh basil, chili flakes, parsley, or a sprinkle of parmesan. Serve immediately while the cheese is gooey and the sauce is hot, and enjoy your high-protein, healthy pizza bowl.