Mexican Keto Chicken Casserole
Warm up with this easy Mexican Keto Chicken Casserole Recipe, a delightful dish that’s as comforting as it is nutritious. This casserole combines tender chicken breast, creamy cheese, and zesty salsa, all nestled within cauliflower rice for a low-carb delight. In just 35 minutes, you can prepare a satisfying meal that the whole family will love. With only 6g net carbs per serving, it’s perfect for anyone following a keto lifestyle while still enjoying delicious comfort food. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked and chopped chicken breast
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- 8 ounces shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cream cheese and salsa. Heat for 1–2 minutes until soft, then mix in chili powder and cumin.
- Add chopped chicken and cauliflower rice to the mixture, along with half of the shredded cheese. Stir well and transfer to the baking dish.
- Top with the remaining shredded cheese and bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 88mg