Description
Healthy Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that satisfies your cravings without the guilt. This light yet hearty dish combines tender chicken, nutritious cauliflower rice, and a medley of colorful vegetables in a creamy sauce that everyone will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this casserole is low-carb, gluten-free, and packed with protein and veggies. Enjoy a cozy meal that nourishes your body while delivering delicious flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Seasonings: thyme, smoked paprika, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic, broccoli, and carrots; cook for another 5–6 minutes until slightly tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cauliflower rice, cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, Greek yogurt, mozzarella, cheddar, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the casserole dish and spread evenly. Optionally sprinkle extra cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg