This is golden, bubbly high-protein cheesy cauliflower bake. Tender cauliflower smothered in a rich, creamy cheese sauce and baked until the top is crispy and golden — a delicious low-carb comfort dish that looks and tastes amazing!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Beautiful golden crispy top
- High protein from cheese and optional chicken
- Creamy and comforting while staying low carb
- Perfect for dinner or meal prep
- Sugar-free and family-friendly
Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1½ cups cooked shredded chicken for extra protein
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Steam or boil cauliflower florets until just tender (about 6–8 minutes). Drain well.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and optional chicken. Add the drained cauliflower and toss to coat.
- Transfer to the baking dish and spread evenly. Top with a little extra cheese if desired.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~340
- Protein: 18g
- Total Carbs: 8g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 27g
