Ingredients
– 2 pounds (approximately 907 grams) skinless boneless chicken breasts for lean protein base
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2 bags (each 10 ounces or about 283 grams) frozen cauliflower rice or 1 head riced and cooked cauliflower for low-carb rice sub
– 1 bag (16 ounces or about 454 grams) frozen broccoli cuts for nutrient boost
– 2 large eggs whisked
– 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese for creamy melt
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 2 teaspoons garlic powder
– 2 teaspoons onion powder
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
– 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and grease a 3-quart baking dish.
2-Slice the 2 pounds of chicken breasts horizontally into thinner pieces. Coat lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with some of the salt and pepper, and bake for 20 minutes.
3-Meanwhile, heat the 2 bags of frozen cauliflower rice (10 ounces each) and 1 bag of frozen broccoli cuts (16 ounces) per package instructions. Drain excess water well to avoid sogginess.
4-Let the chicken cool for 5 minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
5-In a large bowl, combine the cooked cauliflower rice, broccoli, chopped chicken, 2 whisked large eggs, 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, and 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter. Mix thoroughly.
6-Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese.
7-Bake for 50 minutes until the cheese is melted and beginning to brown. Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Last Step:
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🥦 Fresh cauliflower and broccoli can be used instead of frozen – just steam until tender before adding to the mixture
🧀 Experiment with different cheese blends like sharp cheddar or pepper jack for extra flavor variety
⏰ This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg