Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup green onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt, to taste
  • 2 chicken breasts, grilled and chopped
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon bacon fat

Method

  • Cut cauliflower into florets. Steam over boiling water for about 12 minutes, until it florets are tender but not mushy. (Note: this is a good time to cook up your chicken and bacon if you haven't already.).
  • Preheat oven to 375 degree F.
  • Heat frying pan to medium high heat. Add olive oil or bacon fat and red peppers. Saute for 3 minutes. Add green onions and garlic and saute for 2 minutes longer. Set aside.
  • Cut cauliflower into 3/4 inch chunks and place in a large mixing bowl. Stir in chile powder, chipotle powder, cumin, and salt until well blended. Stir in red pepper mixture, chicken chunks, crumbled bacon, tomatoes, and cilantro.
  • Pour mixture into a lightly greased casserole dish. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes, or until heated through and the top is golden brown.
  • Serve.