Servings: 2 servings
Net Carbs: 10.4g
A creamy, cheesy, high-protein keto casserole made with chicken, cauliflower rice, and a flavorful cottage cheese taco sauce. Ready in 40 minutes and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 12 oz chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 1 cup cauliflower rice
- 1/4 cup bell pepper
- 1/4 cup onion
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Keto Taco Seasoning
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (½ cup in the mix, ¼ cup on top)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small casserole dish (about 8×8 inches).
- In a blender, mix cottage cheese, tomato paste, and taco seasoning. Blend until smooth. Taste and add ¼ tsp salt if needed. Set aside.1/2 cup cottage cheese, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 2 tablespoons Keto Taco Seasoning
- Chop chicken into bite-sized cubes. Dice bell pepper and onion if not already prepped.12 oz chicken breasts, 1/4 cup bell pepper, 1/4 cup onion
- In the greased casserole dish (or a mixing bowl), combine the raw chicken, cauliflower rice, bell pepper, onion, blended sauce, and ½ cup of the shredded cheese. Stir until everything is evenly coated.1 cup cauliflower rice
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup shredded cheese over the top of the casserole.3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) internal temp.3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Top with taco toppings like green onions, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
- Protein boost: Cottage cheese gives this casserole 55g of protein per serving without needing powders or shakes.
- Time-saving tip: You can prep the sauce and chopped veggies ahead of time to save time on busy weeknights.
- Make it milder or spicier: Adjust the cayenne in the taco seasoning to control the heat.
- Taco toppings to try: Green onions, shredded lettuce, guacamole, salsa, jalapeños, or sour cream.
Nutrition Per 1 Serving
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 474.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Net Carbs: 10.4g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 21.7g | Saturated Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 3.6g | Sugar: 7g
Recipe Link:
https://coachrallyrus.com/keto-recipes/keto-taco-chicken-casserole-cottage-cheese/
By Rally Rus | Easy Keto Recipes & High Protein Low Carb Meals
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