#Cheesy #Chicken #Caprese #Casserole #Recipe

Cheesy Chicken Caprese Casserole Recipe
#Cheesy #Chicken #Caprese #Casserole #Recipe

Easy and delicious, this Cheesy Chicken Caprese Casserole Recipe is made with quinoa, cauliflower rice, shredded chicken, and mozzarella cheese. Low-carb, gluten-free, and easily frozen the whole family is guaranteed to love this fantastic Caprese Casserole.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium yellow onions - diced
• 1 red bell pepper - seeded and diced
• 5 cloves garlic - minced
• salt and pepper - to season
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp red chili flakes - (optional)
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 4 cup kale - tough stems removed, chopped (note 1)
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 1 cup parmesan cheese - shredded
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese - shredded (divided)
• 12 ounces mozzarella pearls - halved
• Fresh basil - chopped
• 15 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes - halved

Instructions

1. Poach the chicken. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the chicken and return the water to a rolling boil. Remove from heat, cover, and set aside to "poach" (cook) for approximately 25-30 minutes. Carefully remove chicken from the pot and set aside to cool before shredding. (note 2)
2. Preheat oven. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. and spray a large casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
3. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Add the olive oil to a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, for approximately 4-5 minutes, or until softening and translucent. Add the bell pepper and continue to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, mixing often. Add the minced garlic and stir continuously for approximately 30 seconds.
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Original Article from theforkedspoon.com

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