Cheesy Cauliflower Chicken Casserole
A cozy, heartwarming casserole that combines shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful cauliflower for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 large head cauliflower, florets
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and chop the cauliflower into florets. Steam or boil until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder in a large mixing bowl. Blend until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded chicken and 1½ cups of the cheddar cheese. Reserve a little cheese for topping.
- Gently fold the steamed cauliflower into the chicken and cheese mixture.
- Grease a baking dish and pour in the casserole mixture. Spread evenly and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with a green salad or steamed veggies. You can add fresh herbs for garnish and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: casserole, cauliflower, chicken, comfort food, easy dinner