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A golden-brown, cheesy chicken cauliflower rice casserole in a ceramic baking dish, topped with melted mozzarella and fresh parsley, served with a side of steamed broccoli and lemon wedges on a rustic wooden board. Warm, comforting plating with natural textures.

Easy Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole

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A comforting, low-carb casserole packed with chicken, cauliflower rice, and melted cheese — ready in under 40 minutes.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked & shredded
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, grated
  • 5 cups riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt & black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft (3–4 min).
  3. Add zucchini and riced cauliflower; cook 5 minutes until tender. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Push veggie mix to one side. Add shredded chicken and toss to combine.
  5. Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream. Mix gently until cohesive.
  6. Transfer mixture to baking dish. Bake 12–15 minutes until bubbly and top is golden.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, broil 2–3 minutes at the end.
  • Meal prep tip: Stores well for up to 4 days refrigerated or frozen for 2 months.
  • Vegetarian option: Swap chicken for mushrooms or chickpeas.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb, Keto

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 298 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 584 mg
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg
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