Creamy Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Casserole (Keto, Low-Carb) Recipe
A comforting and creamy keto-friendly casserole featuring tender chicken breast combined with flavorful cauliflower rice and rich cheeses, baked to golden perfection. This low-carb dish is perfect for a satisfying, healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic and chopped green onions until they become fragrant, about 2 minutes, to enhance their flavors.
- Cook Cauliflower Rice: Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes slightly tender but not mushy.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, sautéed cauliflower rice, softened cream cheese, heavy cream, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well blended.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top turns golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set and for easier slicing.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- You can substitute shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack for cheddar cheese if preferred.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of smoked paprika or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mix.
- Ensure the cauliflower rice is not overly watery to prevent a soggy casserole.
- Use fresh cooked chicken for best texture and taste, but leftover rotisserie chicken works well too.
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Casserole, Cauliflower Rice Recipe, Keto Chicken Dinner, Low-Carb Casserole, Healthy Chicken Bake, Cheese and Chicken Casserole
