Keto Spinach Pesto Chicken Rice Casserole (Cauliflower Rice)

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1. Step 1Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Step 2Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice and cook 4–5 minutes to release moisture. Set aside.Use: 3 cups cauliflower rice, 1 tbsp olive oil
3. Step 3Season chicken with salt and pepper. Lightly brown in the same skillet 3–4 minutes (not fully cooked).Use: 1.5 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-size pieces), 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
4. Step 4In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and cream cheese until smooth.Use: 1 cup heavy cream, 4 oz cream cheese
5. Step 5Stir in pesto and garlic powder.Use: 1/3 cup basil pesto, 1/2 tsp garlic powder
6. Step 6Combine cauliflower rice, chicken, spinach, and pesto cream sauce.Use: 1.5 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-size pieces), 3 cups cauliflower rice, 2 cups fresh spinach, 1/3 cup basil pesto, 1 cup heavy cream, 4 oz cream cheese, 1/2 tsp garlic powder
7. Step 7Transfer to a greased baking dish.
8. Step 8Top with mozzarella and optional Parmesan.Use: 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
9. Step 9Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly and chicken is cooked through.Use: 1.5 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-size pieces)
10. Step 10Rest 5 minutes before serving.