Description
Christmas Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole is the perfect festive dish that combines tender chicken with savory cauliflower rice, all topped with gooey cheese. This wholesome casserole not only delights the palate but also brings warmth and joy to your holiday gatherings. With vibrant colors and comforting flavors, it’s an ideal centerpiece for family meals, ensuring smiles all around as everyone digs into this delicious creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar blend)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in cauliflower rice and spinach; sauté until spinach wilts and cauliflower softens slightly (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg