Description
All the flavor of buffalo wings in a healthy, low-carb casserole. Loaded with tender cauliflower, shredded chicken, and a creamy, cheesy sauce, this high-protein dinner is satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets (or 2 bags frozen cauliflower rice)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
2. Steam or microwave the cauliflower florets for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain well to remove excess water.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Add the steamed cauliflower, shredded chicken, and 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese to the bowl. Stir to combine well.
5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
6. Top with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
8. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
**Watery Casserole Fix:** The key is to drain the cauliflower really well after steaming. You can also pat it dry with paper towels.
**Blue Cheese Option:** Swap 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese for blue cheese crumbles if you love that funky flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg