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Christmas Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole

Deliciously Easy Christmas Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole

This Christmas Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole is a festive and easy dish combining tender chicken, crunchy cauliflower rice, and a melty cheese topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Base
  • 4 cups Cauliflower rice fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups Fresh baby spinach
For Flavor
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil for sautéing
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar blend)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Making the Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure your casserole doesn't stick.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until it turns translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in 4 cups of cauliflower rice and 2 cups of fresh baby spinach; sauté for about 3-5 minutes until the spinach wilts and the cauliflower softens slightly.
  4. Add 1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth, 1 tsp of dried thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and top with 2 cups of shredded cheese. Spread it out evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh thyme for a festive touch. Letting the casserole sit for a few minutes after baking helps it set up, making it easier to serve.

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