Broccoli and Cauliflower Rice Chicken Casserole Recipe
This Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Chicken Casserole is a comforting and low-carb meal combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and cauliflower rice, all smothered in a creamy cheese sauce. It’s an easy-to-make baked dish perfect for family dinners or meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Protein
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 3 cups cauliflower rice (prepared from about 1 medium head of cauliflower)
Dairy
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mixed cheese blend)
- 1 cup cream sauce (made from 1 cup heavy cream or cream of chicken soup)
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you haven’t already, cook and shred or dice the chicken. Chop the broccoli into small florets. Prepare cauliflower rice by pulsing cauliflower in a food processor until rice-sized pieces form.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, chopped broccoli, cauliflower rice, shredded cheese, and cream sauce. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder if using, and stir until evenly mixed.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly so it bakes uniformly.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and slightly golden on top.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this warm, flavorful dish as a wholesome meal.
Notes
- You can use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Fresh broccoli can be steamed slightly before mixing if you prefer a softer texture.
- Use cream of chicken soup for a quicker cream sauce option or make your own homemade cream sauce to control ingredients.
- This casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure any cream sauce or cheese used is certified gluten-free.
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