Christmas Casserole Recipes – Cauliflower & Chicken

Christmas is one of the most awaited holidays all over the globe. It is the season filled with joy and love. During Christmas, it is common for families to gather up and celebrate together. Right from freshly baked cookies to delicious eggnog, everything around screams pure celebration. Today, I am going to show you one such easy Christmas casserole recipe made from cauliflower. This is an easy fun recipe to make when you have guests at home. For the meat lovers, I bring you the Christmas special, baked chicken parmesan casserole. Baked chicken casserole is one of my most famous family recipe and is made during gatherings and parties.

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Delicious creamy vegetable casserole
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FAQs about Chicken and Cauliflower Casseroles

What are casseroles?

Casserole is basically a kind of stew that is cooked slowly in an oven. It is widely popular in western countries and is adapted all over the world now. This dish is popular for family gatherings and potluck dinners. I associate casseroles with Christmas because I grew up eating them during Christmas parties.

How long does it make a casserole?

A traditional casserole can take anywhere from 30 mins to an hour to make. However, you need to slowly bake it in an oven so it needs minimal supervision. It is a kind of dish that you pop in the oven minutes before guests arrive and serve hot right out of the oven.

Is casserole safe for kids?

Most casseroles are made with fresh ingredients available at home. However, consult your doctor of specific food allergies. Apart from that, casseroles are completely safe for kids.

What do we need for a perfect casserole?

To make a perfect casserole, you need fresh ingredients (cauliflower and chicken) and an oven heated to the right temperature. Make sure you have a baking tray that is at least 16 by 3 inches if you are going to entertain 6-7 people.

Without any further ado, Let us dive into the recipes.

Cauliflower Casserole

Delicious creamy vegetable casserole
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Casserole
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 477kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cauliflower bud (chop it roughly )
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 2 cups  shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tbsp chicken bouillon granules
  • ½ tbsp ground mustard
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup stuffing mix (store bought )
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • Firstly, preheat oven to 375°.
  • Cook cauliflower in boiling water for 20 minutes and drain.
  • Then, in a large bowl, mix sour cream, cheese, bouillon and mustard until blended. Stir in cauliflower; transfer to a greased 13×9-in. baking dish.
  • In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add stuffing mix and walnuts; cook and stir until lightly toasted. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake it, uncovered, until heated through and topping is browned, 17-20 minutes.
  • Enjoy the easy cauliflower casserole recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Cauliflower Casserole
Amount Per Serving
Calories 477 Calories from Fat 306
% Daily Value*
Fat 34g52%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Trans Fat 0.3g
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 66mg22%
Sodium 1236mg52%
Potassium 272mg8%
Carbohydrates 36g12%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 718IU14%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 139mg14%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cauliflower bud (chop it roughly )
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 2 cups  shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tbsp chicken bouillon granules
  • ½ tbsp ground mustard
  • ¼ cup butter 
  • 1 cup stuffing mix (store bought )
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts 

    Instructions

    • Firstly, preheat oven to 375°. 
    • Cook cauliflower in boiling water for 20 minutes and drain.
    • Then, in a large bowl, mix sour cream, cheese, bouillon and mustard until blended. Stir in cauliflower; transfer to a greased 13×9-in. baking dish.
    • In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add stuffing mix and walnuts; cook and stir until lightly toasted. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake it, uncovered, until heated through and topping is browned, 17-20 minutes.
    • Enjoy the easy cauliflower casserole recipe. 
    Christmas cauliflower casserole chicken

    Baked Chicken Casserole

    Yummy shell pasta stuffed with chicken filling
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Casserole
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 816kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 pack jumbo pasta shells
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • ¾ kg boneless chicken (minced )
    • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
    • salt (to taste)
    • ½ tsp pepper
    • 2 tbsp butter
    • ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
    • 3 cup ricotta cheese
    • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
    • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
    • ½ cup milk
    • ¼ cup parsley
    • 3 cups pasta sauce

    Instructions

    • Firstly, preheat oven to 375°. Cook shells according to package directions for al dente; drain. Toss with oil; spread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
    • Then for filling, toss chicken with Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken just until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; stir in butter until melted. Stir in bread crumbs; cook until crumbs are slightly toasted, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly.
    • Next In a large bowl, mix cheeses, milk, parsley and the remaining salt and pepper. Fold in chicken.
    • Then spread 2 cups pasta sauce into a greased 13×9-in. baking dish. Fill each shell with 2-1/2 tablespoons cheese mixture; place over sauce. Top with remaining sauce and cheeses (dish will be full).
    • Cover with greased foil; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until heated through, 10-15 minutes.
    • Enjoy the delicious baked chicken casserole.
    Nutrition Facts
    Baked Chicken Casserole
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 816 Calories from Fat 333
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 37g57%
    Saturated Fat 18g90%
    Trans Fat 0.2g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
    Monounsaturated Fat 12g
    Cholesterol 177mg59%
    Sodium 1268mg53%
    Potassium 1191mg34%
    Carbohydrates 63g21%
    Fiber 5g20%
    Sugar 8g9%
    Protein 58g116%
    Vitamin A 1709IU34%
    Vitamin C 14mg17%
    Calcium 519mg52%
    Iron 4mg22%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Baked Chicken Casserole Recipe

    Ingredients

    • 1 pack jumbo pasta shells 
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • ¾ kg boneless chicken (minced )
    • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning 
    • salt (to taste)
    • ½ tsp pepper
    • 2 tbsp butter
    • ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs 
    • 3 cup ricotta cheese
    • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
    • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
    • ½ cup milk
    • ¼ cup parsley 
    • 3 cups pasta sauce 

    Instructions

    • Firstly, preheat oven to 375°. Cook shells according to package directions for al dente; drain. Toss with oil; spread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
    • Then for filling, toss chicken with Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken just until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; stir in butter until melted. Stir in bread crumbs; cook until crumbs are slightly toasted, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly.
    • Next In a large bowl, mix cheeses, milk, parsley and the remaining salt and pepper. Fold in chicken.
    • Then spread 2 cups pasta sauce into a greased 13×9-in. baking dish. Fill each shell with 2-1/2 tablespoons cheese mixture; place over sauce. Top with remaining sauce and cheeses (dish will be full).
    • Cover with greased foil; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until heated through, 10-15 minutes.
    • Enjoy the delicious baked chicken casserole.

    Tips about Chicken and Cauliflower Casseroles

    Cauliflower casseroles are one of the easiest dishes to make. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before baking this dish. Firstly, make sure that you are not overcooking the cauliflower. While boiling the cauliflower, make sure that you are not over boiling it. Moreover, keep in mind that the cauliflower will also be cooking when it is in the oven. Boiling the cauliflower longer than it needs, may cause the whole casserole to be soggy and tasteless. If you grew you in a house with vanities of seasonings in the cabinet, feel free to add whatever seasoning you seem appropriate. You can also take liberty and replace the cauliflower with broccoli or add some broccoli into the same casserole. Adding some broccoli gives the plain baked dish some colour and texture. I would also recommend adding carrots and peas if that is something you like.

    One of my Favourite add-ons to the cauliflower baked dish is gravy and chicken. This makes the casserole taste more flavourful and delicious. While making the baked chicken casserole, there are a few things to keep in mind as well. Avoid overcooking the pasta. The pasta shells are easier to stuff when al dente. If you over cook the pasta, the whole casserole might get soggy and unpleasant to eat. To fill shells easily, spoon the filling into a plastic storage bag. Then cut a 1-inch hole in the corner and pipe the filling into the shells. On enemy of every baked dish is the cheese sticking to the foil of the tin foil. to avoid that, Coating the foil with cooking spray keeps it from sticking to the cheese on top.

    Conclusion

    Since Christmas is right around the corner, enjoy these delicious home made casserole recipes. These dishes are super easy to make and the ingredients are found in almost all the grocery stores around you.

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    I am a cooking enthusiast with a desire to create and make unique recipes. Find amazing vegetarian and non vegetarian recipes on Gofooddy. Do not forget to tag me if you try any recipe and like it!

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