Chicken and cauliflower bake

This protein-filled chicken cauliflower casserole includes cheese, and seasoned homemade cream sauce, all cooked in the oven for a one-dish meal with easy clean-up.

chicken and cauliflower bake
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Main ingredients:

ChickenFresh or frozen* chicken filets or thighs
CauliflowerCauliflower – fresh or frozen* cauliflower, chopped into florets.
cheeseGrated cheese – cheddar, gruyère, mozzarella, or emmental cheese.
CreamHeavy cream – plain heavy cream or crème fraiche

Spices, herbs and ingredients for flavor:

Garlic powderGarlic – crushed garlic powder or flakes
ParsleyParley – fresh or dried parsley
Onion powderOnion powder – onion powder for seasoning
nutmegNutmeg – pinch of freshly grated nutmeg for flavor

If you are short on time and looking to cook your veggies and meats all in one dish, you will love this chicken and cauliflower bake. It is the simplicity of the family-friendly dish that makes it such a popular favorite.

The chicken, whether it’s boneless breast or succulent thighs, becomes juicy and flavorful as it bakes alongside the cauliflower, creating a perfect pairing. They both cook at the same temperature and rate, so can be quickly tossed into the oven together, along with a handful of spices.

frozen chicken and cauliflower with herbs and spices, ready for the oven
frozen chicken and cauliflower with herbs and spices, ready for the oven
chicken and cauliflower cooked (before adding cream and cheese)
chicken and cauliflower cooked (before adding cream and cheese)
adding cheese and herbs to the chicken cauliflower bake
adding cheese and herbs to the chicken cauliflower bake
Chicken cauliflower bake
Chicken cauliflower bake ready to serve

Once the chicken and cauliflower is nearly fully cooked, I like to top it off with cream and cheese to complete the cooking process and meld in together with the juices of the chicken. The resulting flavors are amaz-ing!

So whether you’re seeking a comforting weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing dinner option, this chicken and cauliflower bake is sure to leave you wanting more.

Cooking tips

  • If using frozen chicken, be sure to use frozen cauliflower and vice versa. This way both the chicken and cauliflower will cook at the same rate.
  • Add the cream at the 1/2 way point of the cooking process so that it does not burn.

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Chicken and cauliflower bake

Make this creamy chicken and cauliflower casserole quickly in the oven, with this easy recipe that makes a healthy and wonderful dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Courses
Cuisine French
Servings 4
Calories 559 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 pieces of fresh chicken *
  • 2 cups of chopped fresh cauliflower florets *
  • 1/2 cup of shredded cheese eg. cheddar, gruyere, emmental, etc.
  • 2 cups of heavy cream or crème fraiche

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
  • pinch of salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Chop the cauliflower into small florets.
  • Preheat the oven to 360°F (180°C).
  • In a large casserole dish, add the cauliflower and chicken and add the all the spices on top. (Do not add the cream or the cheese.)
    Chicken and cauliflower bake 1
  • Lightly mix so that the spices cover the cauliflower florets and chicken.
  • Place the casserole in the oven for about 45 minutes or until the chicken looks cooked. (Cut into the chicken to make sure, if necessary.)
    Chicken and cauliflower bake 2
  • Take the tray carefully out of the oven, and add in the cream and cheese on top.
    Chicken and cauliflower bake 3
  • Place the casserole dish back in the oven and cook for another 10 minutes or until the cheese looks melted.
    Chicken and cauliflower bake 4
  • Serve while warm.

Notes

* If using frozen chicken, use frozen cauliflower and increase cooking time by 30 minutes at 360°F (180°C).

What to serve with it?

This delicious chicken and cauliflower bake can be served by itself, but you can also serve it with a dish like this spinach caesar salad.
You can also serve it with plain rice (I have my rice cooker going at the same time), pasta, naan or pita bread.
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How to store it?

You can easily prepare this chicken and cauliflower casserole in advance, and even keep it overnight in the fridge. Keep it in airtight glass containers in the fridge, and take it the next day for a packed lunch.
I wouldn’t recommend freezing it however, as the cream may not do well in the freezer.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 559kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 13gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 33gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 177mgSodium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.

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