
Crispy Ranch Chicken & Veggie Au Gratin
This recipe features crispy ranch chicken paired with a creamy cauliflower-spinach au gratin. The chicken is seasoned and air-fried or baked for a delicious crunch. The au gratin is made with steamed cauliflower and spinach, blended with a cashew-based sauce, topped with dairy-free cheese, and baked until bubbly. A healthy yet indulgent meal perfect for dinner!
What you need

tsp salt

tsp mustard
tsp pepper
cauliflower

splash olive oil

tbsp almond flour

tsp apple cider vinegar
tbsp arrowroot starch

tbsp tapioca starch

oz feta

oz spinach
Instructions
1: Preheat oven to 375°F. 2: Steam cauliflower until tender and mix with thawed spinach in a casserole dish. 3: In a blender, combine boiling water, raw cashews, salt, pepper, onion granules, tapioca starch, arrowroot starch, apple cider vinegar, and mustard. Blend until smooth. 4: Transfer the blended mixture to a saucepan and heat over medium, whisking until thick (about 2-3 minutes). 5: Add the cashew mixture, dairy-free cheese, and feta to the cauliflower mix. Top with almond flour and a drizzle of olive oil. 6: Optionally, add Parmesan to the top. 7: Cover and bake for 45-55 minutes until bubbly.View original recipe