Cauliflower Recipes: Chicken Broccoli Casserole

By angelahon

Cauliflower Recipes: Chicken Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 large head of cauliflower
• 1 large head of broccoli (or about 2–3 cups broccoli florets)
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
• 1 1/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese (or low-fat Greek yogurt)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup grated 2% cheddar or Colby cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon minced onion (or 1/2 teaspoon onion powder)
• Pinch salt and pepper (or to taste)
• For the topping
• 3/4 cup grated 2% cheddar or Colby cheese
• 1/8 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.

2. Cut broccoli and cauliflower into bite-size florets. Boil or steam the cauliflower and broccoli florets for about 10–15 minutes or until they are tender. Drain well in a colander. Place the frozen vegetables in a dish that is microwave-safe (if using steamers, simply leave in the bag). Microwave for about 5–10 minutes, to defrost the vegetables to around room temperature. Drain well in a colander.

3. In a large bowl, place the cooked chicken, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, shredded cheese, egg, and spices. Stir until everything is well combined.

4. Add the cauliflower and broccoli to the chicken mixture and stir until well combined. Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle topping over the casserole. Bake 30–35 minutes, or until cheese is melted and topping is lightly golden brown.