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Cheesy Chicken Riced Cauliflower Casserole

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550
A creamy, cheesy casserole combining tender chicken, riced cauliflower, and spinach, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or neutral tasting oil (plus extra for greasing)
  • 0.5 medium onion (diced)
  • 340.2 g frozen riced cauliflower (approx. 3.5 cups)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 118.29 ml milk
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 4 tbsp cream cheese (softened)
  • 118.29 ml plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 cups baby spinach (roughly chopped)
  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken breasts (or rotisserie chicken)
  • 1.5 cups cooked white jasmine rice

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch dish.
  • Cook, shred, and dry chicken. Sauté or microwave cauliflower, then squeeze out moisture.
  • Sauté onions and garlic, then melt in cream cheese. Whisk in broth, milk, yogurt, and seasonings.
  • Stir in shredded cheese until melted. Combine chicken, cauliflower, and optional veggies in a bowl.
  • Pour sauce over mixture, fold in remaining cheese, then transfer to baking dish. Top with extra cheese.
  • Cover with foil, bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 15-20 minutes until golden. Rest before serving.

Notes

For best results, squeeze out excess moisture from cauliflower thoroughly to prevent sogginess.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cauliflower, Cheese, chicken

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 25g | Sodium: 900mg