Description
This Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole is a spicy, flavorful dish combining tender shredded chicken with cauliflower rice and a creamy buffalo ranch sauce. Perfectly baked to meld all the zesty and creamy flavors, it’s a hearty yet low-carb casserole ideal for family dinners or meal prepping.
Ingredients
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Protein and Vegetables
- 2 pounds cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 20 ounces frozen cauliflower rice
- 2 small jalapeños, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
Sauce
- 1/2 cup canned coconut cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature before baking the casserole.
- Combine main ingredients: In a large casserole dish, mix together the shredded chicken, frozen cauliflower rice, diced jalapeños, onion, and red pepper evenly.
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk the canned coconut cream, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.
- Mix sauce with chicken mixture: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture, then stir thoroughly until everything is well coated.
- Bake the casserole: Smooth the top of the casserole evenly, then bake it in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until the casserole is heated through and bubbling.
- Cool and garnish: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional sliced green onions or extra diced jalapeños for an extra kick if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness by using fewer jalapeños or substituting them with milder peppers.
- For a creamier texture, you can add shredded cheese on top before baking.
- This casserole can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated thoroughly before serving.
- Using frozen cauliflower rice reduces prep time significantly.
- Make sure to thaw and drain excess water from frozen cauliflower rice to avoid a soggy casserole.