Thursday, February 21, 2019

Low Carb Mexican Chicken Casserole

Ingredients

  • 6 cups cooked cauliflower rice (670 g)
  • 2 cups finely shredded Mexican Blend Cheese (My blend was Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Queso Quesadilla and Asadero cheese)
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 oz diced green chiles
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken or turkey
  • 1 1/4 cups enchilada sauce

Optional Toppings:

  • extra enchilada sauce
  • sour cream
  • diced tomateos
  • diced avocado
  • fresh cinaltro

Instructions

Preparation:

  • Prepare the enchilada sauce if it hasn't been made in advance. While it is reducing.....Preheat oven to 400°F and grease casserole pan (I used a 7.5x11-inch) with coconut oil or spray. Shred the chicken and have the remaining ingredients ready.

Method:

  • In large bowl, combine cauliflower rice, 3/4 cup of the shredded cheese, egg, green chiles, cumin and salt.
  • Press cauliflower rice mixture into the bottom of a casserole dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges have browned.
  • In medium bowl, combine the shredded meat and enchilada sauce. Spread over baked cauliflower rice mixture. Sprinkle remaining 1 3/4 cups shredded cheese on top.
  • Return pan to oven and bake for 5-10 minutes until the cheese has melted.
  • Cool slightly before serving. Top with optional toppings as desired. Serves 8.

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