Mozzarella Stick Parm Bowls
A cozy comfort food delight featuring crispy mozzarella sticks atop fluffy rice, drizzled with warm marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- High-quality Mozzarella Sticks
- Marinara Sauce
- White or Brown Rice
- Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Fresh Basil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to the package instructions, adding a pinch of salt.
- Heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until warm.
- Bake or fry the mozzarella sticks according to package directions for optimal crispiness.
- Assemble the bowls with rice, mozzarella sticks, warm marinara, and Parmesan on top.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Store components separately to maintain crispiness when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mozzarella Sticks, Comfort Food, Italian Recipe