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Rainbow Cauliflower Casserole With Thai Peanut Chicken

A creamy Thai peanut–flavored cauliflower casserole loaded with shredded chicken and colorful vegetables.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds cauliflower roughly chopped (about 7 heaping cups)
  • 8 ounces chicken breast cut into small chunks for poaching then shredded
  • 1/2 cup light coconut milk
  • 1 cup peanut butter powder
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter plus 2 tablespoons
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha chili sauce plus 1 teaspoon, additional for garnish if desired
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
  • 1 lime juice juice of one large lime
  • 1 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup snow peas halved
  • 1 cup red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup red cabbage finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup carrot thinly sliced (about 1 large carrot)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro minced, plus additional for garnish
  • green onion diced, for garnish
  • toasted peanuts for garnish

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • large microwave-safe bowl
  • small pot
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Spoon
  • forks (for shredding)
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. Place the chopped cauliflower in a large microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water, cover, and microwave until fork-tender, about 15 minutes; drain well.
  3. Meanwhile, bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chicken chunks and cook 10–12 minutes until no longer pink; remove and let cool slightly.
  4. Drain the cauliflower and transfer to a food processor. Add light coconut milk, peanut butter powder, natural peanut butter (1/4 cup + 2 tbsp), fish sauce, sriracha (1 tbsp + 1 tsp), coconut sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, minced ginger, and salt. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. Shred the cooked chicken with two forks and fold it into the cauliflower–peanut sauce in a large bowl.
  6. Add the halved snow peas, chopped red bell pepper, finely chopped red cabbage, thinly sliced carrot, and minced cilantro to the chicken mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Spoon the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spread evenly, cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes until edges brown and top is golden.
  8. Let the casserole rest a few minutes before serving and garnish with extra cilantro, diced green onion, toasted peanuts, and more sriracha if desired.

Notes

  • This recipe makes about 8 servings.
  • Microwave times vary; cook cauliflower until fork-tender.
  • Poach chicken until fully cooked through before shredding.
  • Adjust sriracha to taste for heat level.
  • Use natural peanut butter for a milder, cleaner flavor.