Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Chicken Casserole Recipe
A hearty and healthy Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Chicken Casserole combining tender baked chicken breasts with nutrient-rich cauliflower rice and broccoli, all blended with eggs and cheese for a comforting, low-carb dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 2 10-ounce bags frozen cauliflower rice (or 1 head cauliflower, riced and cooked)
- 1 16-ounce bag frozen broccoli cuts
Cheeses and Eggs
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a large 3-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or olive oil and set aside.
- Bake the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to make them thinner. Lightly coat with olive oil, season generously with salt and pepper, then place on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Cook Vegetables: While the chicken is baking, heat the frozen cauliflower rice and broccoli according to package instructions. Drain well to remove any excess moisture.
- Chop Chicken: Remove the baked chicken from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Then carefully chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix Casserole Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked cauliflower rice, broccoli, chopped chicken, whisked eggs, mozzarella cheese, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and melted butter. Toss until everything is well incorporated.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the shredded Italian blend cheese on top.
- Bake Casserole: Bake uncovered for 50 minutes, until the cheese on top has fully melted and has started to brown slightly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and make serving easier.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh cauliflower for frozen if preferred; just rice and cook it before adding.
- Ensure to drain cooked vegetables thoroughly to prevent a watery casserole.
- Feel free to swap mozzarella for other melting cheeses according to taste.
- This casserole can be made a day ahead and reheated for ease of meal planning.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the chicken into even pieces for better texture distribution.
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