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Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Spicy Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole for Comfort Cravings

A spicy, savory, and healthy Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole perfect for satisfying comfort cravings while being Whole30 compliant.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie or freshly baked
  • 3 cups frozen cauliflower rice thawed and drained
  • 2 medium jalapeños chopped, adjust to spice tolerance
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium red pepper diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots can use zucchini as a substitute
  • 1 can canned coconut cream or heavy cream
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce Whole30 compliant if needed
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Whole30 approved
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
  • 2 medium sliced jalapeños for garnish
  • 1 bunch green onions finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup buffalo sauce for drizzling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease your baking dish.
  2. In a large casserole dish, mix together diced onion, chopped jalapeños, red pepper, cauliflower rice, shredded carrots, and shredded chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, coconut cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture and mix gently until well coated.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish and flatten slightly.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. Adjust baking time for a crispier top.
  7. Remove from oven and drizzle with buffalo sauce. Garnish with jalapeños and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For quicker preparation, use pre-cooked shredded chicken. Ensure to drain cauliflower rice well to avoid excess moisture.

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