Description
A low-carb, high-satisfaction take on classic buffalo chicken comfort food featuring roasted cauliflower, shredded chicken, and a blend of cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, chopped
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking dish.
- Toss cauliflower with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 20 minutes until tender.
- Mix shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and half the shredded cheese.
- Fold roasted cauliflower into the chicken mixture.
- Transfer to baking dish, top with remaining cheese and green onions.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving; season to taste.
Notes
For milder flavor, reduce buffalo sauce; use a mix of cheeses for better melt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: buffalo chicken, casserole, low-carb, comfort food, healthy dinner