Cheesy Chicken and (Cauliflower) Rice Casserole

 Great homey, low-carb dinner. Reposted from here.

Ingredients:

• butter 
• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 4 cups cooked shredded (or cubed) chicken ( ~ 3 chicken breasts)
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp chili powder 
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 6 oz cream cheese, softened 
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 cloves garlic, minced ( = 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
• salt and pepper to taste
• chopped parsley for garnish

Procedure:

Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Lightly butter a 3-qt baking dish.

In a large mixing bowl, combine cauliflower rice and shredded chicken. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, oregano, and chili powder. Mix to combine.

Add cream, cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until thoroughly combined.

Transfer mixture to baking dish, cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes.

Remove foil. Add remaining shredded cheddar and bake 10 min until top is browned and mixture is bubbly.

Let stand 10 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.