Chicken Cauliflower Casserole
Tender riced cauliflower makes the low-carb base for this comforting casserole that boasts southwestern flavors.
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Ingredients
Casserole
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1-2 tbsp hot sauce
- ½ tsp each ground cumin, sea salt and ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
Toppings
- 2 avocados, sliced
- ½ cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 4 tbsp sliced green onions
- 1 lime, cut into 4 wedges
Preparation
1. Prepare casserole: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a food processor, pulse cauliflower florets to a rice-like size. (You’ll need about 3 cups.)
2. Place riced cauliflower in a large bowl. Add three-quarters of cheese, chicken, tomatoes, celery, red onion, cilantro, hot sauce, cumin, salt, pepper and oregano; toss until well combined.
3. Spread mixture in an 8 x 12-inch baking dish; top with remaining one-quarter of cheese, cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese is browned, about
10 minutes more.
4. Divide avocado, yogurt,
green onions and lime wedges
among servings.
NOTE: If following our Meal Plan, refrigerate leftover casserole and toppings separately. Reheat and assemble when called for.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size ¼ casserole with toppings
- Calories 611
- Carbohydrate Content 27 g
- Cholesterol Content 113 mg
- Fat Content 41 g
- Fiber Content 12 g
- Protein Content 39 g
- Saturated Fat Content 15 g
- Sodium Content 849 mg
- Sugar Content 9 g