Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole: Whole30, Keto, Paleo, GF – A Flavor-Packed, Healthy Dinner!
This easy Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole is packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or meal prep option. It’s Whole30, keto, paleo, and gluten-free, so it fits a variety of dietary needs while still being delicious and satisfying. Loaded with veggies and tender shredded chicken, this casserole is creamy, spicy, and full of texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 20 oz frozen cauliflower rice
- 2 small jalapeños, finely diced (plus extra for topping if desired)
- 1 small white or yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup shredded or finely diced carrots
- ½ cup canned coconut cream (thick part from the top of the can)
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (sugar-free for Whole30/Keto)
- ¼ cup ranch dressing (sugar-free for Whole30/Keto)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions, extra jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine ingredients in a large casserole dish:
- Add shredded chicken, cauliflower rice, jalapeños, onion, red pepper, and carrots.
- Make the sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix coconut cream, buffalo sauce, ranch, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well:
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and veggies. Use tongs or forks to evenly coat everything.
- Bake for 45 minutes (or longer if you prefer a crispier top).
- Garnish & serve:
- Drizzle with extra buffalo sauce or ranch, and top with green onions or more jalapeños if desired.
Notes
✅ Quick Chicken Prep: If you don’t have pre-cooked chicken, bake 2 lbs chicken breast at 400°F for 25 minutes while prepping the rest of the casserole. Shred and mix in once done.
✅ Homemade Ranch: For a Whole30-compliant ranch, try making your own with almond milk, mayo, and herbs.
✅ Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Calories: 354 kcal per serving
- Fat: 11.9g
- Carbohydrates: 10.2g
- Fiber: 3.7g
- Protein: 47.7g