Description

A cheesy, creamy, low-carb casserole featuring tender chicken, cauliflower rice, and a rich sauce baked to perfection. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups cooked shredded chicken (~450g)
4 cups cauliflower rice (~500g), fresh or thawed frozen
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (~170g)
4 oz cream cheese (~115g), softened
½ cup heavy cream (~120ml)
2 tbsp butter (~28g)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional toppings: fresh parsley or additional shredded cheese for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant—about 3-4 minutes.
Stir the cauliflower rice into the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until tender and most of the moisture has evaporated. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Reduce heat to low and add the cream cheese to the skillet. Stir until melted and smooth. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar until fully melted.
Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and mix until evenly coated with the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Spread it out evenly and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar on top.
Bake the casserole in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

[‘Dry your cauliflower rice if using frozen to prevent a watery casserole.’, ‘Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother sauce.’, ‘Season the chicken, cauliflower rice, and cheese sauce separately to build deeper flavor.’, ‘Shred your own cheese for better melting.’, ‘You can assemble the casserole up to a day in advance and bake it fresh when ready.’]

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Fat: 23
Carbohydrates: 8
Protein: 25

Keywords: low carb, keto, chicken casserole, cauliflower rice, cheesy casserole, meal prep, comfort food