Low-Carb Cauliflower Chicken Casserole
Description
Chicken breasts, bacon, and cauliflower rice are mixed up in a creamy, cheesy mixture and baked golden for this low-carb version of a favorite casserole.
Ingredients
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4 slices bacon
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1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1 (10 ounce) package frozen riced cauliflower
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1 cup milk
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1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
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3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
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1/2 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
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3 green onions, chopped
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
2
Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add chicken breasts, reduce heat, and simmer until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, about 15 minutes.
4
While chicken cooks, steam cauliflower rice in its package in the microwave on high power for 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
5
Combine milk and ranch dressing mix in a mixing bowl. Mix in cooked cauliflower rice. Mix in 1/2 cup Mexican cheese and cream cheese.
6
Chop bacon and chicken; add to the mixing bowl with green onions and combine. Pour contents into the prepared dish. Sprinkle remaining Mexican cheese on top.
7
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 30 minutes.