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A close-up, appetizing view of a Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl in a dark ceramic dish, featuring melted white cheese, vibrant red tomato sauce, sliced pepperoni, and a garnish of fresh green basil.

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

A high-protein, low-carb pizza-inspired bowl made with cottage cheese, marinara, and classic pizza toppings. Perfect for satisfying pizza cravings in a healthier way.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup cooked chicken breast diced
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
  • 2 tbsp sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh basil or oregano chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Oven-Safe Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spread the cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of an oven-safe bowl.
  3. Spoon the marinara sauce over the cottage cheese and gently spread to cover.
  4. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly over the sauce.
  5. Layer the chicken, bell peppers, mushrooms, and black olives on top.
  6. Add the shredded mozzarella cheese as the final layer.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Broil for 1–2 minutes if desired for a lightly golden top.
  9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs if using, and serve warm.

Notes

Customize this pizza bowl with your favorite toppings like turkey pepperoni, spinach, or onions.