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Creamy, Cheesy, Low-Carb Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole

A close-up serving of creamy chicken cauliflower rice casserole topped with melted cheddar cheese and herbs.
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Make this easy, comforting chicken cauliflower rice casserole for a satisfying, low-carb, and keto-friendly weeknight dinner. It uses riced cauliflower instead of traditional rice for a healthier bake.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, small
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Add the cauliflower rice and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower rice has softened slightly, about 5 to 7 minutes. If using frozen cauliflower rice, cook until most of the moisture has evaporated.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Mix until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  5. Fold in the shredded chicken and half (1/2 cup) of the cheddar cheese until everything is combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before you serve it. This is a great diabetic friendly casserole option.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute the cream cheese with plain Greek yogurt, though the texture will be less rich.
  • You can use rotisserie chicken to save time on a busy weeknight.
  • This recipe freezes well; cool completely, cover tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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