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Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole

A creamy, low-carb casserole with shredded chicken, cauliflower rice, and melted cheese, perfect for easy weeknight dinners and healthy meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cauliflower rice
  • 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli or spinach (optional)
  • for garnish fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add cauliflower rice and cook 4-5 minutes until moisture evaporates. Let cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, mix cauliflower rice, shredded chicken, cream cheese, heavy cream, half of the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in optional steamed veggies.
  • Transfer mixture to casserole dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 28gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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