Name: Healthy Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole with Cheesy Flavor
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast; 4 cups riced cauliflower, fresh or thawed; 1 1/2 cups low-fat shredded cheese; 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; olive oil or cooking spray for dish; optional: parsley for garnish

Description

A lightened-up take on classic chicken casserole using cauliflower rice and Greek yogurt for a creamy, cheesy finish. This easy bake is high in protein, low in carbs, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast

4 cups riced cauliflower, fresh or thawed

1 1/2 cups low-fat shredded cheese

3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

olive oil or cooking spray for dish

optional: parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. If using fresh cauliflower, pulse in a food processor until rice-like and pat dry.

3. In a bowl combine Greek yogurt, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and half the cheese.

4. Stir shredded chicken and cauliflower rice into the sauce until evenly coated.

5. Transfer mixture to the baking dish and spread evenly.

6. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.

7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

8. Let rest 5 minutes, garnish with parsley and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: main course
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 280
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 400
Fat: 11
Saturated Fat: 5
Unsaturated Fat: 4
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 8
Fiber: 3
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 75

Keywords: healthy chicken cauliflower rice casserole, cheesy flavor, chicken cauliflower rice, clean eating, weeknight meals, family dinner ideas, mounjaro-friendly, low carb, high protein