Cheesy Southwest Cauli Rice Recipe
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Ingredients: 3 T olive oil 2 onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped or grated 1 T dried oregano 1 T cumin 8 cups frozen riced cauliflower, or fresh cauliflower, grated 3 T tomato paste 1 rotisserie chicken, chopped (include the jelly that settles in the bottom of the chicken container) 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed 2 cans kernel corn 2 cans Rotel chopped tomatoes ⅓ cup chopped cilantro 2 cups shredded cheddar 2 cups shredded Monterey jack 2 jalapenos, thinly sliced (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Lime wedges, for serving, (optional)
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Directions:1. Debone, and chop chicken (not too small) 2. Heat oil In a LARGE skillet over medium heat 3. Saute onion until soft, then add garlic, oregano, and cumin, salt and pepper 1 minute more 4. Add cauliflower, cook, stirring occasionally until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. 5. Add tomato paste and stir until combined. 6. Stir in chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, jalapenos, and cilantro, and 1/2 of the cheese. 7. Top with cheeses and cover with lid to let melt. 8. Serve with lime wedges
This can also be put into a 9x13 before topping with cheese and melted in the oven at 350º for a better presentation for guests. |
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Servings:12 - 14 servings |
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Notes: * I typically buy the cheeses combined and pre-grated and use frozen onions to shortened prep time.
** This has a slight spice kick with just the Rotel tomatoes, without the jalapenos
***This is low/healthy carbs and delicious
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