Cheesy Chicken Casserole with Cauliflower Rice
Cheesy Chicken Casserole with Cauliflower Rice takes on all of the same flavors of a traditional cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole but with only 8 net carbs per serving. It's an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 584kcal
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bacon (diced)
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken (cut into bite size pieces)
- 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning (or another all purpose seasoning)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups riced cauliflower (from 1 medium head of cauliflower)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup chicken stock (or bone broth)
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 ounces Gouda cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Add the diced bacon to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until just crisp.12 ounces bacon
- Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.
- Drain all but 1-2 tablespoons of the bacon grease out of the pan and return it to the stove top.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and season with the adobo.1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken, 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
- Cook until no longer pink in the center, about 5-7 minute.
- Mix in the garlic and cook an additional 30-60 seconds.2 cloves garlic
- Transfer the chicken to a large casserole dish along with the riced cauliflower, broccoli florets, chicken stock, heavy whipping cream, and half of the gouda cheese. You can also mix in half of the bacon, if you'd like.4 cups riced cauliflower, 2 cups broccoli florets, 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, 8 ounces Gouda cheese
- Top with the remaining Gouda and bacon.8 ounces Gouda cheese, 12 ounces bacon
- Cover the casserole dish with a lid or aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the cover and bake an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- Shred the cheese from a block. Do not use pre-shredded cheese as it contains a starch to prevent it from sticking to itself. This starch can make the cheese grainy when melted.
- Save time by purchasing already riced cauliflower from the produce section. Frozen riced cauliflower is not recommended and may lead to a more "watery" casserole.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 584kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 891mg | Potassium: 1043mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 603IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 321mg | Iron: 2mg