Description
This Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Chicken Casserole is a delicious and wholesome meal that’s easy to prepare. Packed with protein, veggies, and cheesy goodness, it’s a family favorite that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Casserole:
- 2 10-ounce bags frozen cauliflower rice (or 1 head of cauliflower, riced and cooked)
- 1 16-ounce bag frozen broccoli cuts
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a large 3-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or olive oil. Set aside.
- Bake chicken: Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally, coat with olive oil, season, and bake for 20 minutes.
- Prepare vegetables: Heat frozen cauliflower rice and broccoli, drain excess water.
- Chop chicken: Cool baked chicken, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix ingredients: In a bowl, combine cauliflower rice, broccoli, chicken, eggs, mozzarella cheese, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and butter.
- Assemble casserole: Transfer mixture to baking dish, top with Italian blend cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 50 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly browned. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite herbs or spices.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This casserole reheats well, making it a great option for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole, Chicken Casserole, Healthy Casserole Recipe
