Creamy Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Casserole
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish that brings together savory buffalo flavors, tender cauliflower, and juicy chicken in a low-carb, high-protein meal. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, featuring rich buffalo sauce, melted cheese, and a touch of ranch dressing. It’s a crowd-pleaser that satisfies cravings while keeping health goals in check. Whip it up for your next gathering or enjoy the leftovers throughout the week—this dish gets even better with time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Steam or blanch cauliflower florets until just tender (about 5-7 minutes), then drain and pat dry.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. Add cauliflower florets, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg