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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Casserole

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Casserole

A creamy, cheesy, and spicy casserole made with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and cauliflower rice. This low-carb dish is simple, healthy, and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs shredded cooked chicken
  • 6 cups cauliflower rice fresh or frozen, not thawed
  • 4 stalks celery finely chopped
  • 2 carrots chopped small
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup buffalo hot sauce like Frank’s
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 oz ranch seasoning packet
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup mozzarella cheese optional
  • 2 tbsp ranch dressing optional, for drizzle
  • Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cauliflower rice, celery, carrots, onion, and garlic.
  3. In another bowl, whisk hot sauce, Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning, and pepper.
  4. Combine both mixtures and spread evenly in the baking dish.
  5. Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
  7. Let rest 10 minutes, then drizzle with ranch and garnish before serving.

Notes

  • Don’t thaw frozen cauliflower rice to avoid a watery texture.
  • For extra flavor, add crumbled blue cheese or crispy bacon.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 35g
Fat: 10g
Carbs: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 580mg
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 280
Yield: 1 large 9x13 casserole