Description
Low Carb Chicken Taco Casserole is the perfect blend of comfort and health, offering a delicious, satisfying meal that your whole family will love. This easy recipe features tender chicken and flavorful cauliflower rice, making it a great low-carb alternative to traditional tacos. Topped with melted cheese and your favorite taco fixings, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and customizable toppings, you can create a hearty meal without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken tenders or breast (cooked, chopped/shredded)
- 3 cups frozen cauliflower rice
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning
- 8 oz shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Cook the chicken using your preferred method (poaching recommended). Chop or shred once cooked.
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
- In a frying pan over medium-high heat, add oil and sauté frozen cauliflower rice until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, browned cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased oven-safe dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like grape tomatoes, black olives, avocado, lettuce, sour cream, cilantro, or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg