BBQ Chicken Zoodle Casserole
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BBQ Chicken Zoodle Casserole
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Looking for a low-carb weeknight meal that's satisfying and full of punchy, creamy flavors? This BBQ Chicken Zoodle Casserole is a guaranteed winner!
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Ingredients
- 4 small zucchinis spiralized (about 6 cups)
- salt
- 1/2 cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce of choice plus additional for drizzling
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese reduced-fat, grated, and divided (6 ounces)
- 1 cup shredded, cooked chicken breast leftover rotisserie chicken works great here (130g)
- 1/2 cup cilantro roughly chopped, plus additional for garnish
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F and line two baking sheets with paper towel.
- Using the 3mm-blade, spiralize your zucchinis. Divide the zucchini noodles between the two paper towel-lined baking sheets in a flat layer. Sprinkle evenly with salt.
- Bake the zucchini noodles in the oven for 40 minutes to dry them out. (Don't worry the paper towel won't burn at such a low temp!) Once cooked, cover with paper towel and press out any excess moisture. Repeat once more with an additional paper towel. Set aside.
- Lightly spray your casserole baking dish with cooking spray. Bring your oven up to 375°F and place the Greek yogurt, barbecue sauce, and 1 cup of cheese in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook until the cheese just begins to break down and look melted and “stringy,” about 8-10 minutes, whisking regularly.
- While the cheese melts, toss together the shredded chicken breast, cilantro, and dried zucchini noodles in a large bowl. Lightly break up the mixture with a fork and knife to make it easier to evenly mix, as well as cut, once cooked.
- Once the cheese has started to melt, pour the sauce over the zucchini noodle mixture, and season with a pinch of pepper. Mix well until the sauce evenly coats the noodles.
- Spread the casserole into a dish and bake for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese, and bake until golden brown and bubbling, about 20-25 more minutes.
- Once cooked, let the casserole cool for 20 minutes (don’t skip this!) to let it set and absorb some of the water.
- Cut, drizzle with extra barbecue sauce, and garnish with cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
285kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
10.2g
(16%)
Saturated Fat
6.4g
(32%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.4g
Cholesterol
49mg
(16%)
Sodium
574mg
(24%)
Potassium
398mg
(11%)
Fiber
1.9g
(8%)
Sugar
15.3g
(31%)
Vitamin A
1405IU
(28%)
Vitamin C
8.6mg
(10%)
Calcium
52mg
(5%)
Iron
0.8mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 285kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 10.2g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4g | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 574mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 8% |
| Sugar | 15.3g | 31% |
| Vitamin A | 1405IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 8.6mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.6
30 reviews
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