Description
This Healthy Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole is a creamy, comforting, low-carb dinner made with shredded chicken, cauliflower rice, and melted cheese. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a healthy, family-friendly casserole perfect for busy weeknights or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
3 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie or cooked chicken breast)
4 cups cauliflower rice (store-bought or homemade)
8 oz cream cheese, softened (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
Optional
1 cup chopped spinach
broccoli florets
sliced mushrooms
peas
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Chicken and Cauliflower Rice
If using raw chicken, cook and shred it beforehand.
For cauliflower rice, pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor or use store-bought cauliflower rice.
3. Sauté the Cauliflower Rice
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the cauliflower rice and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender and excess moisture evaporates.
4. Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl combine:
shredded chicken
sautéed cauliflower rice
cream cheese (or Greek yogurt)
half of the shredded cheese
garlic powder
onion powder
paprika
salt and pepper
Stir until creamy and fully combined.
If adding vegetables, lightly sauté them first before mixing them in.
5. Assemble the Casserole
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
6. Add Cheese and Bake
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly with a golden top.
7. Serve
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
Greek yogurt can replace cream cheese for a lighter version.
Sautéing cauliflower rice first prevents a watery casserole.
Add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms to boost nutrition.
Leftovers store well and taste even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
