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Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole for Bold Flavor Lovers

This Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole is a delicious blend of spicy heat and creamy comfort, perfect for health-conscious dinner lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups Cooked Chicken Breast Use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken.
  • 3 cups Frozen Cauliflower Rice Fresh cauliflower can work, but texture may differ.
  • 2 pcs Jalapeños Adjust quantity to match heat preference.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be a milder substitute.
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Any bell pepper variety can be used.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Zucchini can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Canned Coconut Cream Cashew cream can substitute for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce Use homemade or milder hot sauce if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Ensure it’s Whole30 compliant or use homemade.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Jalapeño
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions
  • 1/4 cup Extra Ranch Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Buffalo Sauce

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Combine diced onions, red bell pepper, jalapeños, frozen cauliflower rice, and shredded carrots in the casserole dish.
  3. Incorporate the cooked and shredded chicken into the vegetable mixture.
  4. Whisk together buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, coconut cream, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture; mix thoroughly.
  6. Flatten the mixture evenly in the dish with the back of a spoon.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes until bubbling and slightly crisp on top.
  8. Remove from oven, cool for a couple of minutes, and garnish with optional toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture.

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