BROCCOLI-CAULIFLOWER CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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A chicken, broccoli and rice casserole is one of our favorite comfort foods. I make my easy variation in the slow cooker. You can easily substitute whatever cheese you prefer. I sometimes use dairy-free cheese to create a more paleo-friendly dinner. The dish is also delicious sprinkled with a simple bread crumb topping. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small head cauliflower, chopped (about 4 cups)
1 bunch broccoli, chopped (about 4 cups)
1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons dried sage leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk broth, cream cheese, oil, sage, salt and pepper; pour over chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken and vegetables are tender. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.